arrow of love

noun

An arrow, fired by Cupid or similar cherub, that magically induces love in whomever it strikes.

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Meanings

nounarrow of love (plural arrows of love)

plural arrows of love

  1. human sciencesAn arrow, fired by Cupid or similar cherub, that magically induces love in whomever it strikes.

    The arrow of love sends forth the beams from the eyes.

    1961, Harry E. Wedeck, Dictionary of Aphrodisiacs, New York: The Citadel Press, page 93
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