Meaning of the word hives in English
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hives
US /hɑɪvz/
UK /hɑɪvz/
Plural Noun
1.
an allergic skin condition characterized by red, itchy, raised welts or bumps, often caused by a reaction to certain foods, medications, or environmental factors
Example:
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After eating the peanuts, she broke out in hives.
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The doctor prescribed an antihistamine to treat the hives.
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