anima

noun an·i·ma \ˈa-nə-mə\

Definition of ANIMA

: an individual's true inner self that in the analytic psychology of C. G. Jung reflects archetypal ideals of conduct; also : an inner feminine part of the male personality — compare animus, persona

Origin of ANIMA

New Latin, from Latin, soul

First Known Use: 1923

Medical Dictionary

anima

noun an·i·ma \ˈan-ə-mə\

Medical Definition of ANIMA

in old pharmacy a : the active ingredient of an animal or vegetable drug b : a dried plant juice or an aqueous extract

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