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fetichism


Meanings
  • Noun

    A psychological disorder in which an individual has an excessive and abnormal attraction to, and fixation on, an inanimate object or non-living thing.

    - "Her fetish for high heels led her to collect over 50 pairs."
    - "His fetish for feathers made him uneasy around birds."
  • Noun

    The belief that certain objects, often natural ones, possess supernatural powers or represent spirits.

    - "The tribe placed great importance on their fetishes, believing they brought good luck and protection."
    - "Many ancient cultures believed that certain stones were powerful fetishes."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with fetichism
mischief , welfare , shelf , elf , grief
Variants
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fetichism , fetichisms , fetishism , fetishisms , fetishist , fetishistic , fetishistically , fetishists
Etymology
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From the Portuguese 'feitico', meaning 'charm' or 'enchantment'. The term was adopted by European explorers and used to describe the objects of belief and worship among indigenous peoples.


Trivia
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  1. The word 'fetish' is often used colloquially to describe an excessive or irrational attachment to an object or idea.

  2. In some societies, fetishes are believed to bring good luck, protection, or even healing powers.

  3. Fetishism is not necessarily a harmful or negative phenomenon; it can be a source of personal pleasure and fulfillment.


Related Concepts
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  1. Fetishistic transvestism: A subtype of transvestism in which an individual derives sexual pleasure from wearing clothing of the opposite gender, often associated with a fetish for the clothing itself.

  2. Objectum sexuality: A sexual orientation in which an individual experiences sexual attraction to inanimate objects.


Culture
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Fetishism has been a subject of fascination and study in various cultural contexts, from anthropology and psychology to literature and art. It has been depicted in works such as Marquis de Sade's 'Justine' and D.H. Lawrence's 'Lady Chatterley's Lover'. In some societies, fetishism is practiced as a form of religious or spiritual expression, while in others it is stigmatized as a mental disorder.

How to Memorize "fetichism"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine an object or non-living thing that holds great significance or attraction for someone. Consider the feelings and behaviors associated with this attraction.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'fetish' with the idea of an excessive and intense attraction or fixation on something.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic by remembering the etymology of the word: 'Fetish' comes from the Portuguese word 'feitico', meaning 'charm' or 'enchantment'.


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