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Definition hang-up in British English

hang-up noun

[countable] noun
1

something that you are worried or embarrassed about, especially something that is not very important

Example

She doesn't have any hang-ups about her appearance.

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2

a problem that causes a delay or difficulty

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Definition hang-up in British English