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Definitions for Allergy
[1] an abnormal reaction of the body to a previously encountered allergen introduced by inhalation, ingestion, injection, or skin contact, often manifested by itchy eyes, runny nose, wheezing, skin rash, or diarrhea.
[2] hypersensitivity to the reintroduction of an allergen. Compare anaphylaxis.
[3] Informal . a strong dislike or aversion, as toward a person or activity: He has an allergy to hard work.
[4] a hypersensitivity to a substance that causes the body to react to any contact with that substance. Hay fever is an allergic reaction to pollen
[5] informal aversion he has an allergy to studying
Words related to Allergy
susceptibility, sensitivity, aversion, vulnerability, hypersensitivity
Words nearby Allergy
allergic purpura, allergic reaction, allergic rhinitis, allergic salute, allergist, allergy, allesthesia, allethrin, alleviant, alleviate, alleviation
Origin of Allergy
1910–15; < Greek áll(os ) other + -ergy < Greek -ergia, equivalent to érg(on ) activity + -ia -y3
Word origin for Allergy
C20: from German Allergie (indicating a changed reaction), from Greek allos other + ergon activity
Synonyms for Allergy
hay fever, aversion, hypersensitivity, sensitivity, susceptibility, vulnerability, allergic reaction