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agoraphobia
Definitions
Morbid fear of:1. Open or public spaces.
2. Leaving one's home or familiar surroundings.
3. Crowds. See also: demophobia.
(Noun) A fear of open places or being in public.
Usage: The man had agoraphobia, and therefore never left his house.
(Noun) the fear of crowds, originated from the greek agora, or marketplace
a fear of being in crowded places; has to do with panic attacks
Usage: Because of Lynne's agoraphobia, she rarely ever left the house.
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