noun
- Plural of cynophobia; persistent, irrational fears of dogs.
Usage: Medical/psychological term; Plural form
Examples
- Many children develop cynophobias after being chased or bitten by a dog.
- Therapists help patients overcome cynophobias through gradual exposure and cognitive techniques.
- Cynophobias can severely limit a person's ability to visit parks or friends with pets.
- The study examined how cynophobias develop and persist in different age groups.
- People with cynophobias often experience anxiety even when dogs are at a distance.