vaccination
Pronunciation: [ˌvæk.sɪˈneɪ.ʃən]
Word
Context: “health”
(noun) a process where a person gets a shot with a medicine to help protect them from getting sick. It's like putting on a strong shield to keep bad germs away.
Example
My sister got her vaccination and now she won't get sick from that disease.
Example
He didn't get his vaccination, so he was more likely to catch the flu.
Example
Did you receive your vaccination for the school trip?
Context: “medical procedure”
(noun) the actual injection or shot that gives you the medicine to help your body fight off certain illnesses. Think of it as a little pinch that helps keep you healthy.
Example
The vaccination helped a lot of kids stay safe from dangerous diseases.
Example
She skipped her vaccination, which means she might get very sick easily.
Example
Which vaccination did you get last time?
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