Batrachophobia

/ˌbætrəkoʊˈfoʊbiə/ noun

Definition

An extreme and irrational fear of frogs and toads.

Etymology

From Greek 'batrachos' (frog) + 'phobos' (fear). This is the more commonly used term than batrachophidia for describing frog fear.

Kelly Says

Batrachophobia might sound funny, but it's a documented phobia—some people have it because they fear the texture of frog skin or worry about being jumped on!

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