phallus
noun
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.
phalluses
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pluralof phallus.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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So are anacondas, prehistoric birds, dancing devils with Olympic phalluses, a plump life-sized chorus line and a sweet and soignée jazz quartet of marionettes.
From New York Times ● Sep. 19, 2011
