Antiaphrodisiac

adj, noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Any substance that reduces sexual attraction or feelings.

    "A unique anti-aphrodisiac was the heart of a turtle carried in a wolf's skin. It prevented a person from ever being tempted amorously."

Adjective
  1. 1
    anaphrodisiac

    "Water-purslan, cucumbers, even a drink of water have all been estimated, at various times, to be conducive to anti-aphrodisiac feelings."

Synonyms

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anaphrodisiac

Example

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"Water-purslan, cucumbers, even a drink of water have all been estimated, at various times, to be conducive to anti-aphrodisiac feelings."

Etymology

From anti- + aphrodisiac.

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