The Clue
Field deity (4 letter answer)
The Answer
FAUN
Tags
Notes
The answer FAUN is uncommon, appearing about once every 400 puzzles.
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Definition
FAUN as a noun:
1. ancient Italian deity in human shape, with horns, pointed ears and a goat's tail; equivalent to Greek satyr