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cestum veneris

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun cestum veneris has 1 sense
  1. Venus's girdle, Cestum veneris - ctenophore having a ribbon-shaped iridescent gelatinous body
    --1 is a kind of ctenophore, comb jelly
    --1 is a member of Cestum, genus Cestum

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Cestum Veneris

Definition

Cestum Veneris, Latin for "girdle of Venus," refers to a type of ancient Roman clothing that was predominantly worn by women as an undergarment. It was a sash-like belt that sometimes functioned as a decorative accessory.

Senses

Sense 1

Noun: A garment resembling a girdle, typically made of fabric, worn by women in ancient Rome.

Example: She adorned her attire with a beautiful cestum veneris, highlighting the elegance of her outfit.

Sense 2

Noun: A metaphorical reference to the beauty or allure associated with the goddess Venus, used in literature or artistic descriptions.

Example: The author described the enchanting songstress as possessing a cestum veneris-like charm, captivating everyone in the audience.

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