Inoculation (Noun)
Meaning
Taking a vaccine as a precaution against contracting a disease.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The doctor recommended an inoculation against hepatitis A before traveling to a developing country.
- The nurse administered the inoculation quickly and with minimal discomfort.
- Inoculation against the flu is especially important for older adults and young children.
- Annual inoculation is essential for protecting against the seasonal flu virus.
- The medical team provided free inoculations to the community in an effort to prevent the spread of measles.