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