lotophagi

[ luh-tof-uh-jahy ]

plural noun

, Classical Mythology.

1. lotus-eaters ( def 1 ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of lotophagi¹

< Latin Lōtophagī < Greek Lōtophágoi. See lotus-eater

Example Sentences

The Lotophagi lived entirely on the fruit of the Lotus tree.

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Believe that in that cave are the Lotophagi, 1283 in that the Syrens; add sail to your oars.

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The customs of the inhabitants of Meninx124 closely correspond to the description of the Lotophagi.

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In ancient times the fruits were an important article of food among the poor; whence “lotophagi” or lotus-eaters.

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When Odysseus reached the country of the Lotophagi, many of his sailors after eating the lotus lost all wish to return home.

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