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aphrodisia

nounfeminineformal/ɐfɾuˈdizjɐ/low

a·fro·di·si·a

Definition

Sexual desire or excitement, especially when excessive. Also refers to a festival in honor of Aphrodite.
The substance was reputed to induce aphrodisia.
Ancient aphrodisia were celebrated with various rites.
Common collocations
state of aphrodisiainduce aphrodisia

Etymology

Do grego 'aphrodisía', relativo a Afrodite, deusa do amor.

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