Enetophobia
Fear of pins, needles, or sharp pointed objects (distinct from trypanophobia which is injections).
Enetophobia
Fear of pins, needles, or sharp pointed objects (distinct from trypanophobia which is injections).
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Examples
"She could not help at craft tables due to enetophobia — pins caused immediate fainting spells."
"Enetophobia made sewing or even handling safety pins impossible for him."
Mnemonic Trick
Eneto- like 'needle' — picture pointy pins to recall.
Additional Information
Common Symptoms:
"Fainting at sight of pins/needles, avoidance of crafts/medical settings, dizziness, nausea."
Etymology
From Greek enetos/ainaetos? (pin/needle root) + phobos = fear (term from modern coinage).
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