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Meaning of the word fetish in English

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fetish

US /ˈfet̬.ɪʃ/
UK /ˈfet̬.ɪʃ/

Noun

1.

a form of sexual desire in which gratification is linked to an abnormal degree to a particular object, item of clothing, part of the body, etc.

Example:
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Victorian men developed fetishes focusing on feet, shoes, and boots
Synonym:
fixationobsessioncompulsionmaniaweaknessfancytastefascinationcrazefadthinghang-up
2.

an inanimate object worshiped for its supposed magical powers or because it is considered to be inhabited by a spirit.

Synonym:
jujutalismancharmamulettotemiconidolimageeffigydollstatuefigurefigurineperiapt
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