[al-er-jee] 
| 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. |
| al·ler·gy (āl'ər-jē) n. pl. al·ler·gies
[German Allergie : Greek allos, other; see allo- + Greek ergon, action; see werg- in Indo-European roots.] |
A highly sensitive reaction of the body to certain substances, such as pollen, that are present in amounts that do not affect most people. Common indications of allergy include sneezing, skin rashes, itching, and runny nose.
allergy al·ler·gy (āl'ər-jē)
n.
An abnormally high acquired sensitivity to certain substances, such as drugs, pollens, or microorganisms, that may include such symptoms as sneezing, itching, and skin rashes.
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