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    immunity
    /ɪˈmjuːnɪti/

    noun

    • 1. the ability of an organism to resist a particular infection or toxin by the action of specific antibodies or sensitized white blood cells: "immunity to typhoid seems to have increased spontaneously" Similar resistance toresilience tonon-susceptibility tolack of susceptibility toOpposite susceptibility to
    • 2. protection or exemption from something, especially an obligation or penalty: "the rebels were given immunity from prosecution" Similar exemptionexceptionfreedomrelease

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  2. en.m.wikipedia.org › wiki › Immunity_(medicine)Immunity (medicine) - Wikipedia

    Immunity (medicine) In biology, immunity is the state of being insusceptible or resistant to a noxious agent or process, especially a pathogen or infectious disease. Immunity may occur naturally or be produced by prior exposure or immunization .

  3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › immunityImmunity Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    The meaning of IMMUNITY is the quality or state of being immune; especially : a condition of being able to resist a particular disease especially through preventing development of a pathogenic microorganism or by counteracting the effects of its products. How to use immunity in a sentence. Frequently Asked Questions About immunity.

  4. en.m.wikipedia.org › wiki › Immune_systemImmune system - Wikipedia

    The immune system protects its host from infection with layered defenses of increasing specificity. Physical barriers prevent pathogens such as bacteria and viruses from entering the organism. [1] If a pathogen breaches these barriers, the innate immune system provides an immediate, but non-specific response.

  5. byjus.com › biology › immunityImmunity - Explore About Immunity And Immune System - BYJU'S

    Immunity is the ability of the body to defend itself against disease-causing organisms. Everyday our body comes in contact with several pathogens, but only a few results into diseases. The reason is, our body has the ability to release antibodies against these pathogens and protects the body against diseases.

  6. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishIMMUNITY | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    IMMUNITY definition: 1. a situation in which you are protected against disease or from legal action: 2. a situation in…. Learn more.

  7. www.dictionary.com › browse › immunityIMMUNITY Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

    exemption from obligation, service, duty, or liability to taxation, jurisdiction, etc.: The ambassador claimed diplomatic immunity when they arrested him for reckless driving. Synonyms: prerogative, liberty, license, franchise. Antonyms: liability.

  8. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › immunityImmunity - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

    Immunity means exemption or resistance. If you're protected against something, you have immunity to it. Your new silver clothes just might grant you immunity from getting thrown in jail by the fashion police.

  9. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishimmunity noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

    Definition of immunity noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

  10. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishIMMUNITY | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

    IMMUNITY definition: the state of being immune, especially to disease or from legal action: . Learn more.

  11. www.dictionary.com › browse › immunities'IMMUNITY Definition & Usage Examples | Dictionary.com

    Origin of immunity 1 First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English, from Middle French immunite, from Latin immūnitāt-, stem of immūnitās “freedom or exemption from public charges or burdens.”