Meaning of the word allergic in English

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allergic

US /əˈlɝː.dʒɪk/
UK /əˈlɝː.dʒɪk/
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Adjective

1.

having an allergy

Example:
I'm allergic to peanuts.
She gets an itchy rash because she's allergic to certain fabrics.
2.

having a strong dislike or aversion to something

Example:
He's allergic to hard work.
My boss seems to be allergic to new ideas.
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