ancraophobia
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/ˌæŋkroʊəˈfoʊbiə/
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/ˌæŋkrəʊəˈfəʊbiə/
irrational fear of wind
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ancraophobia' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'ankra' meaning 'wind' and 'phobos' meaning 'fear'.
Historical Evolution
'ankra' and 'phobos' combined in modern scientific terminology to form the word 'ancraophobia'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'fear of wind', and this meaning has remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an abnormal or irrational fear of wind or drafts.
People with ancraophobia may feel anxious on windy days.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/08/02 18:51