Meaning of the word homunculus in English
What does homunculus mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
homunculus
US /həˈmʌŋkjələs/
UK /həˈmʌŋkjələs/
Noun
1.
a miniature fully formed human being believed, in medieval times, to be contained in the spermatozoon
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Alchemists once sought to create a homunculus in their laboratories.
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The concept of a homunculus reflects early theories of reproduction.
2.
a very small person or being
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The artist depicted a tiny homunculus emerging from the egg.
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In some fantasy stories, wizards create homunculi to serve them.