belonephobia
|be-lo-ne-pho-bi-a|
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/bɪˌloʊnəˈfoʊbiə/
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/bɪˌləʊnəˈfəʊbiə/
fear of needles
Etymology
Etymology Information
'belonephobia' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'belone,' meaning 'needle,' and 'phobia,' meaning 'fear.'
Historical Evolution
'belone' combined with 'phobia' in modern English to form 'belonephobia.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'fear of needles,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an irrational fear of needles or sharp objects.
Many people with belonephobia avoid medical procedures involving needles.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/21 04:37