Hangups

/ˈhæŋ.ʌps/ noun

Definition

Plural form of hangup; multiple problems, difficulties, or psychological issues affecting someone or something.

Etymology

Simple plural of hangup, formed by adding -s to the singular form.

Kelly Says

The shift from literal telephone language to psychological terminology shows how technology shapes our emotional vocabulary—we now describe mental blocks using the same word as a dropped call.

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