antihistamine
What is another word for antihistamine? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A drug that blocks the effects of histamine, commonly used to relieve allergy symptoms like sneezing or itching.
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Etymology
Built from anti- ("against") and histamine, the chemical the body releases during an allergic reaction.
Full origin of antihistamine →Frequently asked questions
What does “antihistamine” mean?
The word “antihistamine” means a drug that blocks the effects of histamine, commonly used to relieve allergy symptoms like sneezing or itching. In plain terms, a medicine that stops allergy symptoms by blocking histamine.
How do you pronounce “antihistamine”?
“Antihistamine” is pronounced an-tee-HIHS-tuh-meen (/ˌæn.tiˈhɪs.tə.miːn/ in IPA).
How do you use “antihistamine” in a sentence?
Here is “antihistamine” used in a sentence: “He takes an antihistamine every morning during hay fever season.”
What part of speech is “antihistamine”?
“Antihistamine” is a noun.
