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xenophobia

/zɛnəˈfəʊbiə/ noun · British & US
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What does xenophobia mean?

noun

A fear or dislike of people from other countries, often based on prejudice or a lack of understanding.

Example

"The politician's xenophobic comments sparked outrage among the international community."

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