Definition of Fear of dustFear of dust: An abnormal and persistent fear of dust. Sufferers of this fear experience anxiety even though they realize dust poses no threat. Fear of dust is termed "amathophobia," a word derived from the Greek "amathos" (sand) and "phobos" (fear). Last Editorial Review: 6/14/2012
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