Meaning & use
Phalli
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The plural of phallus, an image or representation of the erect penis, especially as used in ancient religious or fertility rituals.
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Archaeologists uncovered several carved stone phalli at the site of the ancient fertility shrine.
Phalli appear frequently in the art and iconography of several ancient Mediterranean cultures.
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From Greek phallos; the symbol appeared widely across ancient art and ritual, often associated with fertility, protection, or prosperity.
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