cantharis

Meanings

• A blister beetle, also known as the Spanish fly, used historically as an aphrodisiac.

  - "The cantharis, or Spanish fly, was used as an aphrodisiac in ancient times."
  - "Cantharis, the blister beetle, was believed to have powerful aphrodisiac properties, making it a sought-after ingredient for traditional love potions."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with cantharis
cantharis , vasculitis , histaminis , epidermitis , dermatitis

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Variants

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cantharides , cantharis

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Etymology

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Cantharis is derived from the Ancient Greek word 'kantharos', which means 'bladder-bearer' or 'blister beetle'.

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Culture

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Cantharis has a rich cultural history. In ancient times, it was believed that the blister beetle possessed powerful aphrodisiac properties. As a result, cantharis was used as an ingredient in various love potions and traditional medicines. The use of cantharis as an aphrodisiac continued into the Middle Ages and beyond. In modern times, the use of cantharis as an aphrodisiac has largely been replaced by synthetic alternatives. However, cantharis continues to be used in traditional medicine, particularly in the treatment of arthritis and gout.

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