Fetishism ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Fetishism ( 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.
2. The attribution of religious or spiritual powers to an object or practice.

Origin:

From the portuguese word feitiço meaning "charm, sorcery" or from the french word fétichisme, which comes from the latin word facticius meaning "artificial".

Examples:

1. He had a fetish for women's high heels.
2. The fetishism of the tribe was focused on the idol of the god.
3. Some people engage in fetishism as part of their sexual activity.
4. The fetishism of certain body parts is considered a disorder.
5. The fetishism of certain objects can be a source of conflict in relationships.

(As a verb)

Fetishism ( verb )

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.
2. The attribution of religious or spiritual powers to an object or practice.

Origin:

From the portuguese word feitiço meaning "charm, sorcery" or from the french word fétichisme, which comes from the latin word facticius meaning "artificial".

Examples:

1. He had a fetish for women's high heels.
2. The fetishism of the tribe was focused on the idol of the god.
3. Some people engage in fetishism as part of their sexual activity.
4. The fetishism of certain body parts is considered a disorder.
5. The fetishism of certain objects can be a source of conflict in relationships.