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dander

dan·der

UK/ˈdændə(ɹ)/ rare slang

noun

1.

small scales from animal skins or hair or bird feathers that can cause allergic reactions in some people

2.

a feeling of anger and animosity

  • “having one”
Synonyms

Origin

From a shortening of dandruff.

Phrases

  • get someone's dander up

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