hang–up

noun \ˈhaŋ-ˌəp\

: something that causes you to feel worried, afraid, embarrassed, etc.

Full Definition of HANG-UP

: a source of mental or emotional difficulty; broadly : problem

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1952

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noun \-ˌəp\

: a source of mental or emotional difficulty

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