Homunculus

usgb/həˈmʌŋkjələs/
noun

A small, artificial human or humanoid figure, especially in legends and fairy tales.

In the old story, the alchemist created a homunculus using his magic arts.
Visual representation of "homunculus" - A small, artificial human or humanoid figure, especially in legends and fairy tales.

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  • create a homunculus
  • tiny homunculus

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Fantasy Genre

The term 'homunculus' is used frequently in fantasy books or movies, and implies a magical origin.

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The wizard’s homunculus served as his loyal spy.
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Not Human

A homunculus is not a real human, but rather an imitation or miniature form in folklore.

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Despite its speech, the homunculus lacked the warmth of a true human.
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Alchemical Origin

The concept of a homunculus has historical roots in alchemy and mystical sciences.

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The alchemist's greatest goal was to breathe life into a homunculus.
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