1. plural of ailurophobia; persistent, irrational fears of cats
Usage: medical/psychological term; from Greek ailouros (cat) + phobos (fear)

Examples

• Several ailurophobias were documented in the psychology study on animal-specific anxiety disorders.
• People with ailurophobias often experience panic when they encounter cats, even in photographs.
• The therapist specialized in treating various ailurophobias and other specific phobias.
• Ailurophobias can significantly impact a person's daily life and social interactions.
• Research into ailurophobias has helped clinicians develop better exposure therapy techniques.