Blennophobia

/ˌblɛnoʊˈfoʊbiə/ noun

Definition

An irrational fear of slime, mucus, or slimy substances.

Etymology

From Greek 'blenna' (mucus) + 'phobos' (fear). Like other phobia words, this term combines a fear root with the object being feared.

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