Lycanthropy

Pronunciation

• us IPA: /lʌɪˈkanθɹəpi/

Alternative forms

• lycanthropia

Origin

From Ancient Greek λυκανθρωπία, from λυκάνθρωπος.

Full definition of lycanthropy

Noun

1. (mythology) The act of shapeshifting between the form of a human being and an animal (usually a wolf), often done during a full moon, according to legend.
2. A delusion in which one believes oneself to be a wolf or other wild animal

Related terms

• lycanthrope