empty-nest syndrome

A form of empty nest syndrome — A feeling of loneliness or depression experienced by some parents when their children have matured and left home.

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Meanings

nounempty-nest syndrome (uncountable)
  1. alternativeuncountableAlternative form of empty nest syndrome.
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