irritant

Everyday

1. A substance that makes your skin, eyes, nose or throat sore, red or itchy. tree →
2. Something or someone that annoys you. tree →

In the lessons

In science and safety: warning signs on cleaning products say irritant; pollen and dust are irritants. Phrases: skin irritant, eye irritant.

Examples

• Bleach is an irritant, so wear gloves. tree →
• Pollen is an irritant for people with hay fever. tree →
• The label had a warning symbol for irritants. tree →
• Smoke is an irritant to the eyes. tree →
• The buzzing fly was a constant irritant. tree →
• If an irritant gets in your eye, rinse it with clean water. tree →

Note

Verb: irritate; noun: irritation. Safety: if a chemical gets in your eyes, rinse with water and tell an adult.