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eroto-
a combining form with the meaning “sexual desire,” used in the formation of compound words.
erotomania.
eroto-
combining form
denoting erotic desire, excitement, etc
erotogenic
erotology
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Word History and Origins
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Word History and Origins
Origin of eroto-1
from Greek ō-, erōs love
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The types of paranoia are described according to their content as: megalomania, the mania of persecution, eroto mania, mania of jealousy, etc.
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does eroto- mean?
Eroto- is a combining form used like a prefix meaning “sexual desire.” It is used in some scientific terms, including in psychiatry.Eroto- comes from the Greek éō, meaning “love.” In Greek mythology, Eros is the god of love. You might be more familiar with its Roman counterpart, Cupid, whose name comes from the Latin for "desire."Other words you may recognize that derive from the Greek éō include erotic and erogenous. Learn more about their meaning and histories at our entries for the word.
Eroto- is a combining form used like a prefix meaning “sexual desire.” It is used in some scientific terms, including in psychiatry.Eroto- comes from the Greek éō, meaning “love.” In Greek mythology, Eros is the god of love. You might be more familiar with its Roman counterpart, Cupid, whose name comes from the Latin for "desire."Other words you may recognize that derive from the Greek éō include erotic and erogenous. Learn more about their meaning and histories at our entries for the word.
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