Apiphobia

/ˌæpɪˈfoʊbiə/ noun

Definition

An intense or irrational fear of bees.

Etymology

From Latin 'apis' (bee) + Greek 'phobos' (fear). A modern psychiatric/psychological term formed in the 20th century to classify specific phobic responses to bee encounters.

Kelly Says

Apiphobia is more common in people who've had bad allergic reactions, but most bee attacks aren't aggressive—bees literally die when they sting, so they're extremely reluctant to do it unless defending their hive.

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