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Meaning of anaphrodisiac | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C1

Definitions

An antaphrodisiac (substance which reduces the sex drive).

Equivalents

Deutsch Anaphrodisiakum

Examples

“Among this group are the solanacei alkaloids, that have⟳ a decided anti-sexual tendency. Such plants and similar anaphrodisiacs were often used, especially in the Middle Ages, to promote⟳ asceticism and, in the case of monks, to diminish fleshly desires.”

CEFR level

C1
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This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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See also

anaphrodite anaphylactic shock anaphylactogen anaphylactogenicity anaphylactoid purpura anaphylatoxin

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