Immunize (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

verb (used with object), im·mu·nized, im·mu·niz·ing.
  1. to make immune, or protected from a disease or the like: They are organizing a massive health campaign to immunize millions of children.George Washington's army immunized its soldiers against smallpox.
  2. to shield, exempt, or protect: There is no moral or legal basis for immunizing victorious nations from scrutiny over their actions in a war.
  3. to grant (a witness) exemption from criminal prosecution, legal liability, or punishment on certain conditions: In exchange for her testimony, the court agreed to immunize the witness against prosecution for criminal activities committed during the relevant period.
verb
  1. to make immune, esp by inoculation
Immunize (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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