traumatophobia

noun

trau·​ma·​to·​pho·​bia ˌtrȯ-mət-ə-ˈfō-bē-ə How to pronounce traumatophobia (audio) ˌtrau̇- How to pronounce traumatophobia (audio)
: excessive or disabling fear of war or physical injury usually resulting from experiences in combat

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“Traumatophobia.” Merriam-Webster.com Medical Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/medical/traumatophobia. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

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