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anaclisis

 

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Noun anaclisis has 1 sense
  1. anaclisis - (psychoanalysis) relationship marked by strong dependence on others; especially a libidinal attachment to e.g. a parental figure
    --1 is a kind of
    relationship

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Anaclisis

Definition:

Anaclisis refers to the psychoanalytic concept developed by Sigmund Freud, which describes the tendency of infants to seek nurturance and attachment from others.

Sense 1 - Noun:

In psychoanalysis, anaclisis refers to the emotional dependence or reliance on another individual, typically observed in infants during their early stages of development.

Example sentence: The psychologist observed the infant's anaclisis towards their caregiver, highlighting the importance of the bond between them.

Sense 2 - Noun:

In biology, anaclisis refers to the process of developing and maturing of an organism, particularly related to the attachment and dependence on specific environmental factors for survival.

Example sentence: The anaclisis of fish larvae includes their dependency on plankton for food during their early stages of life.

Sense 3 - Noun:

Anaclisis can also be used to describe the attraction or preference for certain geographical locations or environments.

Example sentence: The artist's anaclisis towards coastal landscapes is evident in their paintings, which often depict serene beaches and rolling waves.

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