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The "monstra" part of "hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia" comes from the Latin word "monstrum," meaning "monster." The term itself is a humorous and exaggerated way to refer to the fear of long words, as it combines various roots and sounds to create a whimsical effect. Essentially, it plays on the idea that long words can seem monstrous or intimidating to those who fear them.

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