Meaning of the word allergies in English

What does allergies mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

allergies

US /ˈæl.ər.dʒiz/
UK /ˈæl.ə.dʒiz/

Plural Noun

a damaging immune response by the body to a substance, especially pollen, fur, a particular food, or dust, to which it has become hypersensitive

Example:
Many people suffer from seasonal allergies.
My daughter has severe food allergies, so we have to be very careful about what she eats.