About The Word Fetichism
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Fetichism
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What's The Definition Of Fetichism?
[n] sexual arousal or gratification resulting from handling a fetish (or a specific part of the body other than the sexual organs)
[n] a belief in the magical power of fetishes (or the worship of a fetish) Synonyms | Synonyms for Fetichism: fetishism | fetishism Related Terms | Find terms related to Fetichism: See Also | belief | paraphilia Fetichism In Webster's Dictionary \fe"tich*ism\, Fetishism \Fe"tish*ism\ (? or ?); 277),
n.[Cf. F. f['e]tichisme.] [Written also {feticism}.]
1. The doctrine or practice of belief in fetiches.
2. Excessive devotion to one object or one idea; abject
superstition; blind adoration.
The real and absolute worship of fire falls into two
great divisions, the first belonging rather to
fetichism, the second to polytheism proper. --Tylor.
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