Fetish
Fetish
Fetish (/ˈfɛtɪʃ/; from the French fétiche; which comes from the Portuguese feitiço; and this in turn from Latin facticius, "artificial" and facere, "to make") is a term that is used in a variety of contexts, each with distinct, but related meanings.
Medical Definition
In a medical context, a fetish is a form of sexual behavior in which gratification is linked to an abnormal degree to a particular object, item of clothing, part of the body, etc. This is often classified as a type of paraphilia, which is a group of sexual disorders characterized by recurrent intense sexual urges, fantasies, or behaviors that involve unusual objects, activities, or situations.
Related Terms
- Paraphilia: A condition characterized by abnormal sexual desires, typically involving extreme or dangerous activities.
- Sexual behavior: Refers to the manner in which humans experience and express their sexuality.
- Sexual fetishism: A sexual fixation on a nonliving object or nongenital body part.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fetish
- Wikipedia's article - Fetish
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