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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

inoculation

/ɪˌnɒkjʊˈleɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does inoculation mean?

noun

The act of introducing a small amount of a pathogen to a person or animal in order to build immunity, or the process of introducing an idea or opinion to a person or group in order to influence their thinking or behavior.

Example

"The doctor recommended a series of inoculations to protect the child from serious diseases."

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