Dander
noun
Tiny flakes of skin shed by cats, dogs, and other animals, which can cause allergic reactions in some people.
She was allergic to cat dander, which made it difficult for her to visit her friend's house.
Often appears as...
- animal dander
- pet dander
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
A state of anger or irritation.
His dander was up after the argument with his boss.
Often appears as...
- get your dander up
- raise one's dander
Usage tips
Informal
General
noun
Tiny flakes of skin shed by cats, dogs, and other animals, which can cause allergic reactions in some people.
She was allergic to cat dander, which made it difficult for her to visit her friend's house.
Often appears as...
- animal dander
- pet dander
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
A state of anger or irritation.
His dander was up after the argument with his boss.
Often appears as...
- get your dander up
- raise one's dander
Usage tips
Informal
General
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional
Dander can evoke strong reactions in people, especially those with allergies.
People often show their discomfort when exposed to animal dander.
Pro Tip 2/3Contextual Use
While 'dander' often refers to allergies, it can also describe a state of irritation or anger.
He flew into a dander when he heard the news.
Pro Tip 3/3Informal Speech
In casual conversation, 'dander' can be used to express getting upset.
It's not worth getting your dander up over such small details.
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional
Dander can evoke strong reactions in people, especially those with allergies.
People often show their discomfort when exposed to animal dander.
Pro Tip 2/3Contextual Use
While 'dander' often refers to allergies, it can also describe a state of irritation or anger.
He flew into a dander when he heard the news.
Pro Tip 3/3Informal Speech
In casual conversation, 'dander' can be used to express getting upset.
It's not worth getting your dander up over such small details.
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional
Dander can evoke strong reactions in people, especially those with allergies.
People often show their discomfort when exposed to animal dander.
Pro Tip 2/3Contextual Use
While 'dander' often refers to allergies, it can also describe a state of irritation or anger.
He flew into a dander when he heard the news.
Pro Tip 3/3Informal Speech
In casual conversation, 'dander' can be used to express getting upset.
It's not worth getting your dander up over such small details.
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