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allergenic

American  
[al-er-jen-ik] / ˌæl ərˈdʒɛn ɪk /

adjective

  1. causing allergic sensitization.


Other Word Forms

  • allergenicity noun

Etymology

Origin of allergenic

First recorded in 1910–15; allergen + -ic

Example Sentences

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One potential consequence is that an unpermitted insect species could trigger reactions in people allergic to shellfish, which can have the same allergenic proteins.

From BBC • Feb. 9, 2026

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

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 20, 2025

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

From National Geographic • Dec. 1, 2023

But it's important to remember many foods we eat are already allergenic.

From Salon • May 9, 2023

Cats and   strawberries are two of the most allergenic substances.

From The Online World by De Presno, Odd