allergen

noun

al·ler·gen | \ ˈa-lər-jən

Definition of allergen

: a substance (such as pollen) that induces allergy

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Other Words from allergen

allergenic \ ˌa-lər-ˈje-nik

\ adjective

allergenicity \ ˌa-lər-jə-ˈni-sə-tē

\ noun

Examples of allergen in a Sentence

common allergens, such as pollen

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Washing your bedding will cut down on potential allergens like dust mites and pet dander than can trigger congestion, sneezing, and obstructed breathing and in turn, poor sleep, Dr. Rosen says. — Caroline Picard, Good Housekeeping, "15 Ways to Sleep Better Tonight, According to Experts," 2 May 2019 This is because your mattress and pillow can harbor allergens like dust mites, which are microscopic creatures that feed off of your dead skin, according to the Mayo Clinic. — Korin Miller, SELF, "How Often to Buy a New Mattress and Pillow for the Best Sleep Possible," 28 Mar. 2019 Using mattress and pillow protectors like the ones from GH Seal Holder Allerease will also help cut down on potential allergens, according to Lexie Sachs, Associate Director of Textiles, Paper & Plastic Lab at the Institute. — Caroline Picard, Good Housekeeping, "The Right Way to Clean Your Bedroom So You Can Sleep Better Than Ever," 14 Mar. 2019 The Coop's pillow's is dust-mite-resistant, and has a washable bamboo cover that keeps all serious allergens from taking root. — Lindsey Ramsey, House Beautiful, "The Coop Pillow Has Officially Made Me Addicted To My Bed," 4 Mar. 2019 Common allergens include ingredients such as fragrance, benzophenone-UV filters (used in many makeup products that contain sunscreen), and preservatives like lanolin, Dr. Elliott says. — Jessica Toscano, SELF, "Here's What It Means If You Got a Skin Reaction From Your Makeup," 1 Mar. 2019 While baby noticing a different flavor isn’t necessarily bad, keep a keen eye on her reactions to common allergens such as dairy or wheat. — Karla Walsh, Woman's Day, "The Best Breastfeeding Diet," 25 Feb. 2019 Beyond the legal requirements for restaurants with regard to labeling allergens, Steijer attributes much of the widespread availability of gluten free menu items to the convergence of two cultural factors. — SELF, "I'm a Foodie With Celiac Disease. Here's Why I Love Traveling to Sweden," 25 Sep. 2018 People with animal allergies say flights with multiple pets have grown more common, exposing them to more allergens. — Scott Mccartney, WSJ, "On U.S. Planes, the Dogs Are Winning," 8 Aug. 2018

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