fetishism

• Substantiv, das den Glauben an die magische Kraft von Gegenständen oder eine Form sexueller Erregung oder Befriedigung durch die Berührung eines bestimmten Gegenstands oder eines nicht-sexuellen Körperteils bezeichnet.

A noun referring to a belief in the magical power of objects or a form of sexual arousal or gratification derived from handling a specific object or non-sexual body part.

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1. Belief in magical objectsC1formal

   A belief in the supernatural power of objects (fetishes) or the worship of such objects.

   Fetischismus

   • Some ancient cultures practiced fetishism, believing that certain stones held protective powers.
   • Fetishism in anthropology refers to the attribution of inherent value or powers to an object.
   • The tribe's fetishism involved rituals centered around carved wooden figures.

   Synonymeanimismidolatry

2. Sexual arousal from objectsC1formal

   A form of sexual desire or gratification that is focused on a specific object or a non-sexual body part.

   Fetischismus

   • Fetishism can involve an intense attraction to items like shoes or fabrics.
   • The study examined the psychological origins of fetishism.
   • In some cases, fetishism is considered a paraphilia when it causes distress or harm.

   Synonymefetish