noun

immunization

Immunization (noun) means the process by which a person is safely exposed in a controlled manner to a material that is designed to prime their immune system against that material.

noun

The process by which a person is safely exposed in a controlled manner to a material that is designed to prime their immune system against that material.

One such exposure.

The process by which any organism's body develops immunity against a pathogen.

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Etymology

From French immunisation. Coined by Albert Calmette. Equivalent to immunize + -ation or immune + -ization.

Rhymes for immunization

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of immunization?

"immunization" (noun) means the process by which a person is safely exposed in a controlled manner to a material that is designed to prime their immune system against that material.

What are the different meanings of immunization?

"immunization" has 3 main meanings: 1. The process by which a person is safely exposed in a controlled manner to a material that is designed to prime their immune system against that material; 2. One such exposure; 3. The process by which any organism's body develops immunity against a pathogen.