Meaning of the word allergy in English

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

allergy

US /ˈæl.ɚ.dʒi/
UK /ˈæl.ə.dʒi/
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Noun

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

Example:
She has a severe allergy to peanuts.
My seasonal allergies act up every spring.