phallus
[fal-uh s]
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noun, plural phal·li [fal-ahy] /ˈfæl aɪ/, phal·lus·es.
an image of the male reproductive organ, especially that carried in procession in ancient festivals of Dionysus, or Bacchus, symbolizing the generative power in nature.
Anatomy. the penis, the clitoris, or the sexually undifferentiated embryonic organ out of which either of these develops.
Origin of phallus
1605–15; < Latin < Greek phallós penis
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Some of these phalli were recreated as fast as they were worn away by zealous devotees.
Religion and LustJames Weir
The mystery of procreation was indicated by phalli on the Herm.
A Problem in Greek EthicsJohn Addington Symonds
It is said that there are thirty million phalli in India and that a phallus is found in nearly every Hindu household.
The Sex Worship and Symbolism of Primitive RacesSanger Brown, II
The basket contains apples and phalli, which may have been made of pastry.
Ancient Pagan and Modern Christian SymbolismThomas Inman
Phalli, usually in lead, have been even found in the river Rhône.
phallus
noun plural -luses or -li (-laɪ)
Word Origin for phallus
C17: via Late Latin from Greek phallos
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phallus
[făl′əs]
n. pl. phal•lus•es
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