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English word fascination comes from Latin fascinum, Ancient Greek βασκαίνιεν

fascinum (Latin)

(by extension) A kind of seashell.. (by extension) A phallus-shaped amulet worn around the neck as a preventive against witchcraft.. A dildo.. A penis, especially that of a human.. An artificial phallus, such as those inserted into statuary.. An evil spell; witchcraft.

βασκαίνιεν (Ancient Greek)

fascino (Latin)

I enchant, bewitch, charm, fascinate (especially by the eyes or tongue).

fascination (English)

(archaic) The act of bewitching, or enchanting. Something which fascinates.. The state or condition of being fascinated.

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