FETISHISM Meaning and
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Fetishism is a psychological or sexual paraphilia characterized by a persistent and intense sexual arousal or fixation on a particular object, body part, material, or non-living thing. It refers to the sexual arousal and gratification derived from the presence, touch, or contemplation of the fetish or fetishized object. The fetish object or focus can vary widely, ranging from specific body parts (such as feet, shoes, or hair), to specific clothing (like leather, latex, or lingerie), to inanimate objects (such as toys, furniture, or everyday items).
The term fetishism is rooted in the concept of fetish, which originally referred to an object endowed with magical or supernatural powers by certain cultures or religions. In the context of fetishism, the fetish object itself holds a significant amount of importance and becomes an essential or necessary element for sexual arousal and satisfaction. Engaging with the fetish object can involve touching, smelling, wearing, or even imagining it, thereby stimulating arousal and sexual fantasies.
Fetishism is considered a paraphilic disorder when it causes distress, impairment, or harm to an individual or others. It differs from mere appreciation or preference for certain objects or materials, as it involves an intense and compulsive need for the fetishized object to achieve sexual arousal. Additionally, fetishism is usually limited to specific objects or body parts, forming a distinct form of sexual fixation. However, it is important to note that as long as fetishism does not cause harm or distress, and it is consensually explored within the context of a healthy sexual relationship, it is generally considered a normal variant of human sexuality.
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A form of sexual perversion in which pleasure is taken in the possession of articles of dress used by persons of the opposite sex.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
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Etymology of FETISHISM
The word "fetishism" is derived from the French word "fétichisme", which was in turn derived from the Portuguese word "feitico" or "feitiço". Both the French and Portuguese words ultimately find their origins in the Latin word "facticius" meaning "artificial" or "made by art", which is derived from the verb "facere" meaning "to make" or "to do". The term "fetishism" originally referred to the religious practices of attributing magical or supernatural powers to objects or to the worship of such objects. In the mid-19th century, the meaning of the term expanded to encompass sexual desire or arousal associated with non-sexual objects or body parts, and it has since been used to describe a specific sexual fixation or preference.
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