Booster Shot (Noun)
Meaning
An additional dose that makes sure the first dose was effective.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor recommended a booster shot six months after the initial vaccination to ensure maximum immunity.
- The flu vaccine requires a booster shot every year to maintain its effectiveness against new strains.
- After the first dose of the vaccine, a booster shot is given a few weeks later to reinforce the body's immune response.
- The booster shot is designed to remind the immune system of the presence of the virus, providing long-term protection.
- The nurse administered a booster shot to the child to guarantee that the initial vaccination had taken effect.