1. plural of irritancy; the quality or state of being irritating or causing irritation
Usage: formal or technical usage; often used in medical, legal, or scientific contexts
2. substances or agents that cause irritation to skin, mucous membranes, or other tissues
Usage: medical or chemical context

Examples

• The irritancies of the chemical compound were documented in the safety report.
• Various irritancies in the workplace environment were identified during the inspection.
• The dermatologist noted several irritancies that could trigger allergic reactions.
• Industrial irritancies must be properly labeled and handled according to regulations.
• The study examined the irritancies of different fabric treatments on sensitive skin.