Meaning of caniphobia | Babel Free

Definitions

An irrational fear or hatred of dogs or other canines; cynophobia.

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Examples

“The dog scare seems to occupy a large share of public attention just at present, and many are suffering from a very mild form of—shall it be styled "lyssaphobia"? or perhaps the mongrel expression "caniphobia" would fit better.”

“"I can invent a word for your mental condition," said Haraka. "You're suffering from caniphobia."”

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