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  1. Kelsey441 on Chapter 28 Wed 12 Aug 2020 12:57AM UTC

    Why is it that when a fanfic character refers to "his witch," it sounds endearing and proud, but when a real life male refers to "his woman," it sounds offensive?

    Can anyone help me understand?

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    1. Calebski on Chapter 28 Thu 13 Aug 2020 10:41AM UTC

      I think its to do with the containment factor of fiction. It gives you a platform to enjoy something in total isolation from real life.
      Much like possessive/ jealous partners - interesting in fic, horrific in real life.

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      1. Kelsey441 on Chapter 28 Thu 13 Aug 2020 06:34PM UTC

        I think, in my mind, it may also have something to do with Hermione being a Muggleborn. When a man calls her his witch, it's acknowledging that she is every bit as much a witch as the others.

        I'll have to pay attention to whether I feel fondly about it in relation to Ginny or Pansy or Luna.

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        1. Calebski on Chapter 28 Mon 17 Aug 2020 06:49AM UTC

          That is a very interesting point that I had never really considered before...

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