Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
anthropophagic
Adjective
/ˌæn.θrə.pəˈfædʒ.ɪk/
Definition
Related to the practice of eating human flesh.
Examples
- Some ancient tribes were known to have anthropophagic customs.
- The horror movie explored themes of anthropophagic rituals.
Meaning
The term describes behaviors or cultures that involve the consumption of human beings.
Synonyms
- cannibalistic
- man-eating
