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cryophobia

/ˌkraɪ.əˈfəʊ.bi.ə/

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noun

/ˌkraɪ.əˈfəʊ.bi.ə/C2formalmedical
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее аномальный или крайний страх перед холодом или морозными температурами.

A noun referring to an abnormal or extreme fear of cold or freezing temperatures.

uncountable

  1. Morbid fear of freezingC2formal

    An intense, irrational fear of cold temperatures, ice, or freezing conditions.

    ruМорбидный страх замерзания

    • Her cryophobia made it impossible for her to enjoy winter sports.
    • The patient's cryophobia was triggered by a childhood accident on ice.
    • Therapy helped him manage his cryophobia during the cold months.