1. a person who has an extreme or irrational fear of dogs
Usage: derived from Greek 'cyno-' (dog) and '-phobe' (one who fears)

Examples

• As a cynophobe, she always crossed the street when she saw a dog approaching.
• The cynophobe's anxiety made it difficult for him to visit friends who owned pets.
• Even small dogs triggered panic in the cynophobe.
• Her therapist helped the cynophobe gradually overcome her fear through exposure therapy.
• The cynophobe avoided parks where dogs were commonly walked.