monster under the bed
The phrase "monster under the bed" symbolizes a common childhood fear, reflecting a child's vivid imagination and anxieties.
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Definition
B1Childhood
(informal)An imaginary creature children fear is hiding under their bed.
Example
- She couldn't sleep because she was scared of the monster under the bed.
B2Psychology
(metaphorical)A symbol for an irrational fear or anxiety that lacks a real basis.
Example
- His fear of public speaking was like a monster under the bed, always lurking in his mind.
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