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adjective hy·po·al·ler·gen·ic \ ˌhī-pō-ˌa-lər-ˈje-nik \

Definition of hypoallergenic

:having little likelihood of causing an allergic response

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Both farms have onsite stores and other vendors will be present, offering various products such as socks, blankets and hats made from hypoallergenic alpaca fleece, as well as lots of other wonderful gifts.

— compiled by hannah johnson, star-telegram, "Events and activities," 25 Aug. 2017
This comforter is hypoallergenic thanks to its synthetic but still plush fiberfill that keeps the blanket warm without weighing it down.

— samantha gordon, USA TODAY, "Replace your gross old comforter with this best-seller for less than $25," 22 Aug. 2017
Animal-loving guests can take the hypoallergenic dog on walks or runs while exploring Lynchburg.

— jessica colley clarke, New York Times, "Pets on the Premises? It’s a Hotel Perk," 25 May 2017
Breeders say the fleece is warmer and softer than wool, dries faster after being wet and is hypoallergenic.

— mary mooney, OregonLive.com, "Power outage shuts Knit Purl," 23 May 2017
The menstrual cup is made of flexible hypoallergenic silicone, allaying concerns that fibers or chemicals are left behind in the vagina.

— seattle times staff, The Seattle Times, "Why menstrual cups are becoming more popular for women," 22 May 2017
Introducing NakeFit, a hypoallergenic adhesive pad that's designed to stick to the bottoms of your bare feet—and make your summer so much better.

— kelly o'sullivan, Country Living, "NakeFit Footwear Could Eliminate the Need for Sandals," 2 May 2017
McDermott does it all at his farm — raising alpaca, processing the naturally hypoallergenic fiber, creating garments.

— amy brothers, The Denver Post, "Cute, soft and serious business: The truth behind raising alpacas," 15 Mar. 2017
Fortunately, the family could go for a hypoallergenic breed, like a poodle or a bichon.

— brianna barzola, Seventeen, "Obama's Bringing a Puppy to the White House!," 14 Nov. 2008

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First Known Use of hypoallergenic

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adjective hy·po·al·ler·gen·ic \ -ˌal-ər-ˈjen-ik \

medical Definition of hypoallergenic

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