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hypoallergenic

American  
[hahy-poh-al-er-jen-ik] / ˌhaɪ poʊˌæl ərˈdʒɛn ɪk /
Or hypo-allergenic

adjective

  1. designed to reduce or minimize the possibility of an allergic response, as by containing relatively few or no potentially irritating substances.

    hypoallergenic cosmetics.


hypoallergenic British  
/ ˈhaɪpəʊˌæləˈdʒɛnɪk /

adjective

  1. (of cosmetics, earrings, etc) not likely to cause an allergic reaction

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Etymology

Origin of hypoallergenic

First recorded in 1950–55; hypo- + allergenic

Example Sentences

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For the fill, the best hotels opt for hypoallergenic down with medium firmness.

From The Wall Street Journal

Balenciaga has you covered with a double pendant necklace fashioned from hypoallergenic recycled brass.

From Los Angeles Times

I was a suburban lacrosse mom and I was jeopardizing my 20-year marriage, two children, two hypoallergenic dogs, meticulously designed houses, swimming pools, gardeners and gutters.

From Los Angeles Times

He only eats hypoallergenic food, which is often double the price of normal dog food and treats.

From BBC

They are also hypoallergenic, which works well for any staffers with a cat allergy.

From BBC