Noonday-devil Definition

noun

Literally, a demon thought to be active at the noon hour which inclines its victims (usually monastics) to restlessness, excitability and inattention to one's duties. Used as a synonym for acedia (Gk. ακηδία).

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Noun

Singular:
noonday-devil
Plural:
noonday-devils

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