aphrodisiaque

aphrodisiac

noun adjective ah-froh-dee-ZYAK Rare

Origin: from Greek 'Aphrodite', goddess of love

Usage Note

Aphrodisiaque functions as both a noun (un aphrodisiaque) and an adjective (une plante aphrodisiaque). It refers to any substance believed to increase sexual desire. Oysters and chocolate are classic examples cited in French culinary culture. The word is direct from the name of the goddess Aphrodite.

Examples

"L'huître est réputée aphrodisiaque."

Natural Translation

The oyster is reputed to be an aphrodisiac.

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