allergenic

[al-er-jen-ik]

adjective

1. causing allergic sensitization.

Other Word Forms

• allergenicity noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of allergenic¹

First recorded in 1910–15; allergen + -ic

Example Sentences

Besides delayed introduction of allergenic foods, other risk factors include cesarean section births and antibiotic exposure, according to Hill.

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The most allergenic tree pollens are from birch, cypress, Japanese cedar, latex, grass, and ragweed.

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Pimples or a rash in the area of the breasts or on the upper back, caused by a bra that chafes, is not clean or is made of material that is allergenic or not breathable.

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The term “hypoallergenic” means less allergenic, or less likely to cause allergies.

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Even some labeled “baby safe” or “free and gentle” contained ingredients considered allergenic.

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