hives
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Noun — An itchy, red, raised rash on the skin, often triggered by an allergic reaction.
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Etymology
Origin uncertain; possibly related to "heave", though the sound change is hard to explain.
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What does “hives” mean?
The word “hives” means an itchy, red, raised rash on the skin, often triggered by an allergic reaction. In plain terms, an itchy, bumpy skin rash, usually caused by an allergy.
How do you pronounce “hives”?
“Hives” is pronounced hyvz (/haɪvz/ in IPA).
How do you use “hives” in a sentence?
Here is “hives” used in a sentence: “She broke out in hives after eating shellfish.”
What part of speech is “hives”?
“Hives” is a noun.
Is “hives” a common word?
“Hives” is an uncommon word in modern English.