inoculation
noun/ɪˌnɒkjʊˈleɪʃən/
Frequency rank: #17,741 most common English word
Meaning
The introduction of a weakened or killed pathogen into the body to stimulate immunity against a disease.
Example sentence
The doctor recommended inoculation against influenza before the winter season began.
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