empty-nest syndrome
empty-nest syndrome
Definition
☆ empty-nest syndrome (emp′tē nest′)
noun
a form of mental depression said to be caused in women by the loss felt when their children grow up and leave home
empty-nest syndrome
Usage Examples
Converse of object
- have: After all, she does love you very much: she wouldn't have empty-nest syndrome if she didn't!
Browse dictionary entries near empty-nest syndrome
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