Bambi effect

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The tendency of people to object to the killing of those specific animals that are perceived as cute or adorable.

Word forms

Bambi effect Bambi effects

Etymology

Named after the fictitious character Bambi.

Related words

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