noun
- substances believed to increase sexual desire or attraction
Usage: plural form of aphrodisiac
Examples
- Many cultures have traditional foods considered to be aphrodisiacs.
- Oysters and chocolate are commonly thought of as aphrodisiacs.
- The ancient Greeks used various herbs as aphrodisiacs.
- Scientists have found little evidence that most supposed aphrodisiacs actually work.
- The restaurant’s menu featured several dishes made with ingredients reputed to be aphrodisiacs.
- Historical texts describe numerous plants that were used as aphrodisiacs.