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zoophilia

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zo·o·phil·i·a  (z-fl-) also zo·oph·i·lism (z-f-lzm)
n.
1. Affection or affinity for animals.
2. Erotic attraction to or sexual contact with animals.
3. Biology A tendency to feed or grow on animal tissue.
zoo·phile (-fl) n.
zoo·philic (z-flk) adj.
zoophilia [ˌzəʊəˈfɪlɪə]
n
(Psychology) a morbid condition in which a person has a sexual attraction to animals; bestiality
zoophilia
a desire for sexual activity with animals. — zoophilist, n. — zoophilic, zoophilous, adj.
See also: Sex
a love of animals. — zoophile, n.
See also: Animals
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.zoophilia - a sexual attraction to animals
zoophilism
paraphilia - abnormal sexual activity
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If the amendments are adopted by the Parliament, the promotion of zoophilia, necrophilia, and homosexuality will be punishable by a fine of between 1-5 thousand litas (289-1448 euros) and up to one year imprisonment.
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