immunization
//ˌɪm.jə.nəˈzeɪ.ʃən//
Noun
immunizationSingular
immunizationsPlural
1
The process of making a person or animal immune to an infectious disease, typically by administering a vaccine.
Childhood immunization is essential for preventing serious diseases.
2
The state of being protected against a particular disease through vaccination or prior exposure.
After recovering from the illness, she developed natural immunization against the virus.