homunculuss

[US]/həˈmʌŋkjʊləs/
[UK]/həˈmʌŋkjələs/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a very small human or humanoid creature; an artificially created miniature human; an individual representing a particular type of person

Phrases & Collocations

homunculus theory

homunculus model

homunculus concept

homunculus fallacy

homunculus idea

homunculus representation

homunculus argument

homunculus research

homunculus experiment

Example Sentences

in alchemy, the homunculus is often depicted as a small human-like creature.

the concept of a homunculus raises ethical questions in modern science.

some philosophers argue that the homunculus is a metaphor for consciousness.

in literature, a homunculus often symbolizes the quest for knowledge.

the scientist created a homunculus in his laboratory experiment.

homunculus theory attempts to explain the mind-body relationship.

many artists have depicted the homunculus in various forms.

the homunculus is a popular subject in both fiction and folklore.

some cultures believe that the homunculus can be created through magic.

in psychology, the homunculus represents the idea of a self-aware entity.

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