Definition anaphylactic shock in British English

anaphylactic shock noun

[uncountable] noun

/ˌænəfɪlæktɪk ˈʃɒk/

a serious medical reaction caused by someone eating or touching something that they are allergic to (=something that makes them ill). Common causes are nuts, eggs, and drugs such as penicillin.

Synonyms and related words

acidity acne ADD allergen allergic allergy

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