Aphrodisiac: meaning, definitions and examples

๐ŸŒน
Add to dictionary

aphrodisiac

 

[ หŒรฆf.rษ™หˆdษช.zi.รฆk ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

sexual attraction

An aphrodisiac is a substance that enhances sexual desire, attraction, or pleasure. It can be a food, drink, herb, or any other item that is believed to stimulate sexual interest. The effects of aphrodisiacs can be psychological or physiological, influencing arousal and libido. Historically, various cultures have used different aphrodisiacs in rituals or as part of their gastronomy to boost sexual relationships.

Synonyms

arousal enhancer, libido booster, stimulant

Examples of usage

  • Oysters are often cited as a natural aphrodisiac.
  • Some people believe that chocolate can act as an aphrodisiac.
  • Ginseng has been used in traditional medicine as an aphrodisiac.
  • Many herbs are thought to have aphrodisiac properties.
  • The smell of certain essential oils is believed to serve as an aphrodisiac.

Translations

Translations of the word "aphrodisiac" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น afrodisรญaco

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคพเคฎเฅ‹เคคเฅเคคเฅ‡เคœเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Aphrodisiakum

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ afrodisiak

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐั„ั€ะพะดะธะทั–ะฐะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ afrodyzjak

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ขใƒ•ใƒญใƒ‡ใ‚ฃใ‚ธใ‚ขใƒƒใ‚ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท aphrodisiaque

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ afrodisรญaco

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท afrodizyak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์•„ํ”„๋กœ๋””์ง€์•…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุซูŠุฑ ู„ู„ุดู‡ูˆุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ afrodiziak

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ afrodiziak

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ˜ฅ่ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ afrodizijak

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ afrodรญsiak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐั„ั€ะพะดะธะทะธะฐะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒคแƒ แƒแƒ“แƒ˜แƒ–แƒ˜แƒแƒ™แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ afrodizyak

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ afrodisรญaco

Etymology

The term 'aphrodisiac' comes from the name of the Greek goddess Aphrodite, who was associated with love and sexual desire. The word was adopted into English in the late 19th century, encompassing various substances and practices that were believed to enhance sexual attraction or pleasure. Throughout history, different cultures have identified natural and synthetic substances as aphrodisiacs, often attaching mystical powers or traditional beliefs to their efficacy. Ancient writings from civilizations such as the Greeks, Romans, and Chinese reference a variety of plants, animals, and minerals that were thought to increase libido or sexual enjoyment. This quest for enhancing sexual experiences continues today, as modern science investigates the effectiveness of various aphrodisiacs and explores their potential connections to human biology and psychology.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,066 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.