Vaccine (Noun)
Meaning
Immunogen consisting of a suspension of weakened or dead pathogenic cells injected in order to stimulate the production of antibodies.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor explained to the patient that the vaccine would protect him from contracting the flu virus.
- Health experts recommend that children receive the vaccine against polio and other diseases as soon as possible.
- Researchers have been working tirelessly to develop an effective vaccine against COVID-19.
- The travel clinic administered a vaccine against hepatitis A before the patients' trip abroad.
- Scientists have discovered a new vaccine that can prevent the contraction of malaria, a deadly disease that affects millions worldwide.