Cibophobiafood

/ˌsɪboʊfoʊbiəˈfuːd/ noun

Definition

Food or eating situations that trigger cibophobia (fear of food); substances or contexts avoided due to food-related anxiety.

Etymology

A compound of 'cibophobia' + 'food,' created to describe the specific objects or situations that activate this phobia. This is a descriptive term combining Greek and Latin roots with English.

Kelly Says

This compound term isn't in most dictionaries, but it would describe how people with food phobias often develop specific triggers—certain textures, temperatures, or preparation methods can activate intense anxiety.

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