Vaccination

/ˌvæk.sɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The act of administering a vaccine to help the immune system develop protection from a disease.

The vaccination for measles has been proven to be highly effective.

The procedure by which a vaccine is given, usually through an injection.

She received her flu vaccination at the clinic last week.

The state of being vaccinated.

His vaccination record shows that he is up to date with all required immunizations.

A specific vaccine or series of vaccines given to protect against specific diseases.

The vaccination against HPV is recommended for preteens to prevent cancer later in life.

From Latin 'vaccinus', meaning 'of a cow', derived from 'vacca', meaning 'cow', because early vaccines were developed from cowpox.

get vaccinated

To receive a vaccine.

vaccination drive

A campaign to vaccinate a large number of people.

vaccine passport

A document proving that a person has been vaccinated.

vaccine

A substance used to stimulate the production of antibodies and provide immunity against one or several diseases.

immunity

The ability of an organism to resist a particular infection or toxin.

The jab

I just got the jab, feeling fine!

Vax

Make sure to get your vax before traveling.