vaccination

[vak-suh-ney-shuhn]

vaccination Definition

the act of giving a vaccine to a person or an animal to protect them against a disease.

Using vaccination: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "vaccination" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The vaccination against COVID-19 is now available.

  • Example

    The government has launched a nationwide vaccination campaign against polio.

  • Example

    The veterinarian recommended a vaccination for my puppy.

vaccination Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for vaccination

Phrases with vaccination

  • a vaccine that protects against the influenza virus

    Example

    I get a flu vaccination every year to avoid getting sick.

  • a series of vaccines given to children to protect them from various diseases

    Example

    It is important to follow the recommended schedule for childhood vaccinations.

  • an additional dose of a vaccine given after the initial dose to maintain immunity

    Example

    I need to get a booster vaccination for tetanus since it has been more than 10 years since my last shot.

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Summary: vaccination in Brief

Vaccination [vak-suh-ney-shuhn] is the process of administering a vaccine to protect against a disease. It is commonly used in healthcare and veterinary settings, with examples like 'The vaccination against COVID-19 is now available.' Vaccination includes phrases like 'flu vaccination' and 'childhood vaccination,' as well as booster vaccinations to maintain immunity.

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