Fetish Definition & Meaning

fetish
noun
  1. a form of sexual desire in which gratification depends to an abnormal degree on some object or item of clothing or part of the body; "common male fetishes are breasts, legs, hair, shoes, and underwear"
  2. a charm superstitiously believed to embody magical powers
  3. excessive or irrational devotion to some activity; "made a fetish of cleanliness"

"Fetish" in song lyrics

See how fetish is used in real songs:

  • "2004, watch B.C. fetish"
    50/50 Twin f/ Paul Wall, Chamillionaire — Ballin' is a Habit
  • "Until her and Lynn jetted, Mom's with an ebony prince fetish"
    Bronze Nazareth — My Pain is Inside These Notes
  • "But it does get me high, that's my fetish"
    Bronze Nazareth f/ Immortal, Kevlaar 7, Virus — Everything's So Deep

Usage tips for "fetish"

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