aulophobia

English

Etymology

From Ancient Greek αὐλός (aulós, “flute”) +‎ -phobia.

Noun

aulophobia (uncountable)

1. The fear of flutes.
   • 2018 October 23, Melissa Mignogna, “Phobias: Fight or flight from the flutes explained.”, in The Woodlands Behavioral Health & Wellness Center‎:

     Some people are terrified of something most would consider so trivial such as a musical instrument (that we typically get joy from), but to a sufferer of aulophobia - “woodwind” you know - stage fright at the orchestra is taken to a new level!

Usage notes

• Mainly in word lists. Not a medical term.