lycanthropic

Meanings

• noun

  The ability of a human to transform into a wolf or other animal.

  - "His lycanthropic transformations were triggered by the full moon."
  - "She was diagnosed with lycanthropy after attacking her victims in wolf form."

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Variants

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lycanthropic , lycanthropies , lycanthropy

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Etymology

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From the Greek words lykos (wolf) and anthropos (man).

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Trivia

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1. Lycanthropy was once believed to be a real medical condition and was diagnosed through the bite marks on the victim.

2. In some cultures, it was believed that eating the heart of a werewolf could cure lycanthropy.

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Related Concepts

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1. werewolf: A human who is believed to be able to transform into a wolf or other animal.

2. shape-shifting: The ability to transform into another form, often used in mythology and folklore.

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Culture

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Lycanthropy has been a popular theme in folklore and mythology for centuries, with many stories and legends depicting humans transforming into wolves or other animals. It has also appeared in literature, art, and film.

How to Memorize "lycanthropic"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person transforming into a wolf.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with wolves and transformation.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Lycanthropy: Man-Wolf Transformation' to remember the definition.

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