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Etymology of the word "claustrophobic"

Noun:

The etymology of the word "claustrophobic" can be traced back to the combination of two Greek words - "claustron," meaning "a closed place," and "phobos," meaning "fear." The noun "claustrophobic" refers to a person who experiences an intense fear or anxiety in enclosed or confined spaces.

Sample sentence:

Many claustrophobics find it difficult to travel in elevators or small rooms.

Adjective:

The adjective form of the word "claustrophobic" is used to describe situations, places, or objects that cause a feeling of confinement or discomfort due to their small or enclosed nature.

Sample sentence:

The claustrophobic cabin on the crowded train made it hard for the passengers to breathe.

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