Aichmophobia

/ˌeɪk.moʊˈfoʊ.bi.ə/ noun

An extreme fear of sharp or pointed objects like needles, pins, or knives.

From Greek 'aichme' (spearpoint or sharp object) + 'phobos' (fear); the root 'aichme' originally referred to the sharp tip of a spear used in ancient warfare.

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