ailurophobia
|ai-lu-ro-pho-bi-a|
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/aɪˌlʊrəˈfoʊbiə/
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/aɪˌljʊərəˈfəʊbiə/
fear of cats
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ailurophobia' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'ailuros,' meaning 'cat,' and 'phobia,' meaning 'fear.'
Historical Evolution
'ailuros' combined with 'phobia' in modern English to form 'ailurophobia.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'fear of cats,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an irrational fear or hatred of cats.
Her ailurophobia made it difficult for her to visit friends who owned cats.
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Last updated: 2025/06/03 19:07