allergist

noun

al·​ler·​gist ˈa-lər-jist How to pronounce allergist (audio)
: a specialist in allergy

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Even seemingly harmless organic compounds from things like cooking meals, laundry detergent, lighting a candle, pets, and cleaning supplies can build up and irritate your airways, says Neil Kao, an allergist based in Greenville, South Carolina. Nashia Baker, Martha Stewart, 19 Feb. 2026 Here’s what allergists and immunologists are telling their own patients to use at home. Miami Herald, 17 Feb. 2026 While many people reach for the detergent that smells the freshest, allergists say the fragrance isn’t doing your health any favors. Kansas City Star, 17 Feb. 2026 Consider seeing an allergist to get drops or shots to lessen your reaction to the allergen. Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 11 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for allergist

Word History

Etymology

allergy + -ist entry 1

First Known Use

1928, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of allergist was in 1928

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“Allergist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/allergist. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.

Kids Definition

allergist

noun
al·​ler·​gist ˈal-ər-jəst How to pronounce allergist (audio)
: a specialist in treating allergies

Medical Definition

allergist

noun
al·​ler·​gist -jəst How to pronounce allergist (audio)
: a specialist in allergy
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