lotus eater

A form of lotus-eater — A member of the legendary people living on an island dominated by the lotus tree, who have forgotten their homes due to the fruits' narcotic and stupefying effect.

Meanings

nounlotus eater (plural lotus eaters)

plural lotus eaters

  1. alternativeAlternative form of lotus-eater.
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