musophobia

[myoo-suh-foh-bee-uh]

musophobia Definition

an abnormal or irrational fear of mice and rats.

Using musophobia: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "musophobia" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Her musophobia was so severe that she couldn't even look at a picture of a mouse without feeling anxious.

  • Example

    He developed musophobia after being bitten by a rat as a child.

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Summary: musophobia in Brief

'Musophobia' [myoo-suh-foh-bee-uh] is an irrational fear of mice and rats. It can be so severe that even looking at a picture of a mouse can cause anxiety. It can develop after a traumatic experience, such as being bitten by a rat.