# Bambi effect

> English word · Noun

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

## Etymology
Named after the fictitious character Bambi.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
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