guillermoi

Guillermoi is a Quenya word that is traditionally used to describe a woman who is chained or bound by either her emotions or external circumstances. In the context of J.R.R. Tolkien's fiction, guillermoi specifically refers to a female member of the Telerin, a group of Elves depicted in Tolkien's Middle-earth legendarium.

As a term, guillermoi is derived from the Quenya roots " Giuliani and rma", meaning "chained" or "bound". Within the context of Quenya, this word is part of a larger set of formations that convey binding or constraint, suggesting a close and definitive association of one thing with another.

In Tolkien's published works, Guillaume is mentioned once in the Silmarillion as a reference, while Gwen, Silmarien and her wife, are notable and drawn upon when referencing the feminine use of the word Guillaume. Similarly, Gwen's grandaughter is called Gwen who is also guillermo, both remembering to represent women bound by love within their legend.

The term shares characteristics with other Quenya words that express the idea of restraint, but its use in the context of female relationships offers a unique look into the personal or emotional aspects of the relationships these women form within the Quenya tradition.