Definition of Fetishism

1. Noun. A belief in the magical power of fetishes (or the worship of a fetish).

Exact synonyms: Fetichism
Generic synonyms: Belief
Derivative terms: Fetishist

2. Noun. Sexual arousal or gratification resulting from handling a fetish (or a specific part of the body other than the sexual organs).
Exact synonyms: Fetichism
Generic synonyms: Paraphilia
Derivative terms: Fetishist

Definition of Fetishism

1. [n -S]

Medical Definition of Fetishism

1. 1. The doctrine or practice of belief in fetiches. 2. A condition in which inanimate objects are utilised as a preferred or exclusive method of stimulating erotic arousal. Excessive devotion to one object or one idea; abject superstition; blind adoration. (27 Jun 1999)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Fetishism

fetid
fetider
fetidest
fetidities
fetidity
fetidly
fetidness
fetidnesses
fetid bugbane
fetid horehound
feting
fetish
fetish
fetishes
fetishism (current term)
fetishism (current term)
fetishisms
fetishist
fetishistic
fetishistically
fetishists
fetishize
fetishized
fetishizes
fetishizing
fetlock
fetlock
fetlocks
fetlock joint
fetofetal transfusion

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