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ithyphallic

ithyphallic

9.9
Refers to images that show an erect penis, often in ancient art
  • adjective
  • /ˌɪθɪˈfælɪk/
  • Offensive
translation icon : priápico
  • The ancient sculpture is ithyphallic, symbolizing fertility and power.

Examples

  • Many early poems contain ithyphallic imagery to represent masculine strength.

  • The museum's collection includes several ithyphallic figures from Greek antiquity.

  • The statue was notably ithyphallic in its representation of ancient fertility.

  • In many cultures, ithyphallic imagery symbolizes virility and strength.

  • The ancient statue showcased an ithyphallic figure that symbolized fertility and masculinity.

  • In classical art, it's common to find ithyphallic representations that highlight themes of sexuality.

  • The playwright included an ithyphallic image in his work to emphasize the character's virility.

Synonyms

phallic
vsithyphallic
  • NSFW
12 8.4

Shaped like a penis and often used as a symbol of male power

is specifically shown as erect rather than merely resembling the organ
priapic
vsithyphallic
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1 9.9

Relating to the penis or showing strong male sexual feeling

is specifically shown as erect rather than generally sexual

How Explicit

ithyphallic
  • Offensive
9.9
explicit
  • NSFW
7.4
suggestive
  • Offensive
9 6.0
nonsexual
3 4.8

Surface Forms

ithyphallic positive

Morphology

ithyphallic = phallic (opaque) = ithy + phallic

The prefix 'ithy-' is not a common English morpheme and does not transparently convey the meaning of 'erect' to most learners.

Etymology

Ithyphallic comes from Greek roots ithy- ('straight' or 'erect') and phallus ('penis'). So it literally describes a figure shown with an erect penis, which is why the word is used for sculptures or images that show male fertility or power.