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Claustrophobic Definition & Meaning

claustrophobic
adjective
  1. uncomfortably closed or hemmed in; "a claustrophobic little room"
  2. suffering from claustrophobia; abnormally afraid of closed-in places

"Claustrophobic" in song lyrics

See how claustrophobic is used in real songs:

  • "Is the everocious gripping closes mics makes em claustrophobic"
    Athletic Mic League f/ One Man Army — Lyrictricity
  • "Cause minds to feel claustrophobic"
    Atoms Family — Small Violins
  • "Cuz I'm claustrophobic"
    A-Wax — Heaven or Hell

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Frequently asked questions

What does claustrophobic mean?
uncomfortably closed or hemmed in; "a claustrophobic little room" suffering from claustrophobia; abnormally afraid of closed-in places
What part of speech is claustrophobic?
Claustrophobic is an adjective.
How many definitions does claustrophobic have?
Claustrophobic has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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