booster
noun/ˈbuːstər/
Frequency rank: #7,104 most common English word
Meaning
an additional dose of a vaccine given to strengthen or extend immunity, or something that increases power or support.
Example sentence
The doctor recommended that everyone get booster shot to stay protected against the flu.
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