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Definition of Anaclitic
1. Adjective. Of or related to relationships that are characterized by the strong dependence of one person on another.
Partainyms: Anaclisis
Definition of Anaclitic
1. Adjective. (psychoanalysis) Denoting a person whose choice of love-interest arises from the dependence of the libido on another instinct (e.g. hunger). ¹
2. Adjective. Pertaining to an acute emotional dependence on another person or persons. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Anaclitic
1. [adj]
Medical Definition of Anaclitic
1. Leaning or depending upon; in psychoanalysis, relating to the dependence of the infant on the mother or mother substitute. See: anaclitic depression. Origin: G. Ana, toward, + klino, to lean (05 Mar 2000)
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