noun

antihistamine

an-tee-HIHS-tuh-meen

Antihistamine (noun) means a drug that blocks the effects of histamine, commonly used to relieve allergy symptoms like sneezing or itching. Example: “He takes an antihistamine every morning during hay fever season.”

noun

A drug that blocks the effects of histamine, commonly used to relieve allergy symptoms like sneezing or itching.

"He takes an antihistamine every morning during hay fever season."

"The antihistamine made her drowsy, so she avoided driving that afternoon."

How to use antihistamine

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA medicine that stops allergy symptoms by blocking histamine.

Common mistake

Some antihistamines cause drowsiness while newer ones don't — check the label before driving or operating machinery.

Word forms

antihistamines plural

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Etymology

Built from anti- ("against") and histamine, the chemical the body releases during an allergic reaction.

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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.