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hikikomori

Syllabification: (hi·ki·ko·mo·ri)
Pronunciation: /hiˌkēkəˈmôri/
Definition of hikikomori

noun (plural same)

  • (in Japan) the abnormal avoidance of social contact, typically by adolescent males.
  • a person who avoids social contact.

Origin:

Japanese, literally 'staying indoors, (social) withdrawal'

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