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Term: Anti-histamic

Description:

An anti-histamic refers to a substance or medication that helps in blocking the effects of histamine, a compound released by the body during an allergic reaction.

Senses and Usages:

Noun:

1. A medication used to relieve symptoms of allergies and allergic reactions.

Example Sentence: The doctor prescribed an anti-histamic to treat my persistent sneezing and itchy eyes.

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Adjective:

1. Pertaining to the prevention or relief of allergic reactions.

Example Sentence: I always keep anti-histamic eye drops handy during allergy season.

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2. Opposing the effects or actions of histamine in the body.

Example Sentence: The anti-histamic properties of the medication help reduce the swelling and itching caused by insect bites.

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Adverb:

1. In a manner that counteracts the effects of histamine.

Example Sentence: The antihistamic medication worked swiftly and effectively to relieve my allergy symptoms.

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