What is Cupid? How to use in English

Definition & pronunciation of Cupid

Cupidnoun

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/ˈkjuːpɪd//ˈkjuːpɪd/

Where does the word Cupid come from?

The ancient Roman god of love was known as Amor, and his Greek counterpart was named Eros. However, Cupid, the Roman divine being, portrayed as a cherub or winged boy, brandishing a bow and arrow, was not identified as the Roman counterpart of Eros. In fact, Cupid's name has an intriguing origin. During the medieval period, the Latin poet, Ovid, explained how the name Cupid had been improvised since the Romans had confused their son of Venus (the Roman goddess of love) with a Cupido, an entirely distinct figure who represented love in the grammar books they studied. According to the myth, Cupid's purpose was to convey desire and affection to mortals, helping them fall in love. As worship of the pagan gods faded, Cupid evolved into an enduring figure of love and desire in Western culture, and his name remained a part of the English language. Today, "Cupid" is a popular name given to children, and it has also been used as a symbol of Valentine's Day, representing love, affection, and beauty. In popular culture, Cupid has been featured in various forms of media, from literature and theater to contemporary art and film.

Vocabulary summary Cupid

typenoun

meaning(mythology, theology) cupid

meaningcupid painting, cupid statue

Example of vocabulary Cupidnamespace

meaning

the Roman god of love who is shown as a beautiful baby boy with wings, carrying a bow and arrow

  • Cupid had at last managed to lodge an arrow in his stony heart.
  • Cupid's arrow struck Sarah and Steve, causing their hearts to beat in perfect harmony.
  • When Lauren met Mark, she knew it was love at first sight - Cupid's arrows didn't miss their mark.
  • Some say Cupid's bow is still present in their relationship, as Rachel and James continue to be smitten with each other.
  • Leah and Daniel's love affair was orchestrated by none other than the mischievous Cupid, whose arrows always hit their mark.
meaning

a picture or statue of a baby boy who looks like Cupid

  • little cupids painted in the clouds on the ceiling

Idioms of vocabulary Cupid

play Cupid
to try to start a romantic relationship between two people
  • She played Cupid to her two best friends when she set them up on a date together.

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