Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

succubine

Noun

/ˈsʌkjʊbaɪn/

Definition

A succubine is a female demon or supernatural entity believed to lie with sleeping men to engage in sexual activity.

Examples

The myth of the succubine has been prevalent in many cultures throughout history.
In literature, the succubine often symbolizes temptation and desire.
The story includes a succubine that lured the hero into a web of deception.

Meaning

The term originates from the Latin word ‘succuba’, meaning ‘to lie under’. In folklore, succubines are portrayed as enchanting women who seduce men, often in their dreams.