"entomophobe" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: entomophobes [plural]
Etymology: entomo- + -phobe Etymology templates: {{confix|en|entomo|phobe}} entomo- + -phobe Head templates: {{en-noun}} entomophobe (plural entomophobes)
  1. A person who fears or dislikes insects. Categories (topical): Fear Related terms: entomophobia Translations (Translations): entomophobe (French)

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