lilith

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Noun: 1. A female demon in ancient Semitic folklore: In ancient Semitic mythology and later Jewish folklore, Lilith is a figure often depicted as a dangerous female demon or night spirit who attacks children and pregnant women. 2. A symbol of independence and rebellion: In some modern interpretations, particularly feminist readings of mythology, Lilith is reinterpreted as a symbol of female independence, equality, and rebellion against patriarchal authority.

Usage Examples
  • Noun (Folklore/Mythology):
    • Ancient texts describe Lilith as a winged demon who steals infants in the night.
    • The amulet was intended to protect the newborn from Lilith.
  • Noun (Modern Symbolism):
    • The magazine uses the name Lilith to represent its ethos of female empowerment.
    • In her poetry, the author identifies with Lilith as a figure of defiance.
Advanced Usage
  • "Lilith" in Astrology: In some modern astrological systems, "Lilith" refers to a sensitive point (often called the "Dark Moon" Lilith) in a natal chart, symbolizing one's hidden, wild, or untamed nature.
    • Her chart shows Lilith in Aries, suggesting a fiercely independent spirit.
Variants and Related Words
  • Lilithian (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of Lilith.
    • The story had a Lilithian theme of nocturnal terror.
Synonyms
  • Demoness: A female demon.
  • Succubus: A female demon believed to seduce men in their sleep (shares the "night demon" aspect).
  • Night hag: A spirit or monster thought to attack sleepers.
Related Idioms and Phrases
  • "Lilith's children": Sometimes used metaphorically to refer to independent, rebellious, or untamed women.
    • The artist and her peers were often called Lilith's children by the conservative press.
Noun
  1. in ancient Semitic folklore: a female demon who attacks children

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