allergy-induced
|al-ler-gy-in-duced|
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/ˈælərdʒi ɪnˈdjuːst/
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/ˈælədʒi ɪnˈdjuːst/
(induce)
to cause
Etymology
Etymology Information
'induce' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'inducere,' where 'in-' meant 'into' and 'ducere' meant 'to lead.'
Historical Evolution
'inducere' transformed into the Old French word 'inducer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'induce' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to lead into or bring about,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
caused or triggered by an allergy.
She had an allergy-induced rash after eating peanuts.
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Last updated: 2025/04/27 14:17