Meaning & Definition of word "Fetish"

Fetish

/ˈfɛtɪʃ/

noun:

  • 1. An object, idea, or activity that one is excessively devoted to or obsessed with.
    • Example: His fetish for vintage cars led him to spend most of his savings on restoring them.
  • 2. A strong and persistent sexual attraction to a particular object or body part.
    • Example: She found it unusual that he had a fetish for high-heeled shoes.
  • 3. A form of sexual desire in which gratification is linked to a particular object or activity.
    • Example: In therapy, he admitted to having a fetish for latex.

Etymology

From the French word 'fétiche', from Portuguese 'fetico', from Latin 'féticulum'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sexual fetish:

A particular object or activity that provokes sexual excitement.

fetish object:

An object believed to have supernatural powers or to embody a spirit.

foot fetish:

A sexual attraction to feet.

Related Words

obsession:

An idea or thought that continually preoccupies or intrudes on a person's mind.

idolatry:

The worship of idols or excessive devotion to something.

icon:

A person or thing regarded as a representative symbol.

Slang Meanings of fetish

Meaning: Sub

Example Sentence: In BDSM scenarios, someone with a fetish may be referred to as a sub, short for submissive.

Meaning: Gearhead

Example Sentence: In certain contexts, a gearhead could refer to someone with a fetish for car parts.