inoculation

• Substantiv, das das Einbringen eines Impfstoffs oder Erregers in den Körper bezeichnet, um Immunität gegen eine bestimmte Krankheit zu erzeugen; auch allgemein die Impfung.

A noun referring to the act of introducing a vaccine into the body to stimulate immunity and protect against a specific disease.

1. VaccinationB2formalmedical

   The act of introducing a vaccine into the body to produce immunity against a specific disease.

   Impfung

   • The doctor recommended an inoculation against the flu.
   • Inoculation programs have significantly reduced the spread of polio.
   • Children receive routine inoculations before starting school.

   Synonymeimmunizationvaccination