gyneolatry

Gyneolatry

Gyn`e*ol"a*try\, n. [Gr. ? a woman + ? worship.] The adoration or worship of woman.

The sentimental gyneolatry of chivalry, which was at best but skin-deep. --Lowell.
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gyneolatry

noun
the worship of women 
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Gyneolatry is always a great word to know.
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