allergic — having an allergy to a particular substance; causing or relating to an allergy
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having an allergy to a particular substance; causing or relating to an allergy
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈlɜːrdʒɪk/
Korean meaning: 알레르기가 있는; 알레르기를 일으키는
Korean pronunciation: 얼**러**직
Example Sentences
- My cat is allergic to cheap cat food and only eats the expensive organic stuff.
- The doctor confirmed that I'm allergic to dust mites, not to housework as I had hoped.
- She carries an allergic medication kit whenever she travels to new countries.
allergic
ADJECTIVE//əˈlɜːrdʒɪk//
having an allergy to a particular substance; causing or relating to an allergy
He's allergic to peanuts, so one bite swelled his lips instantly.
From lethargic to allergic in seconds!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
1906년에 오스트리아의 소아과 의사 클레멘스 폰 피르케가 그리스어에서 만든 신조어입니다. 'allos(다른)'와 'ergon(작용, 일)'이 합쳐져 '다른 반응'이라는 의미로 탄생했습니다.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My cat is allergic to cheap cat food and only eats the expensive organic stuff.”
“The doctor confirmed that I'm allergic to dust mites, not to housework as I had hoped.”
“She carries an allergic medication kit whenever she travels to new countries.”
“My boss seems allergic to giving compliments or raises.”
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