Immunisation
/ɪˌmjuːnɪˈzeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The act or process of rendering a person legally protected or exempt from a disease through vaccination, often implicated in public health law and regulation.
The government mandated immunisation to control the spread of infectious diseases.
- (n.) Legal protection or exemption granted to an individual or entity from certain legal obligations or liabilities, typically by statute or treaty.
Diplomatic immunisation prevents prosecution under the host country's laws.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, immunisation can refer both to medical vaccination and to legal exemptions; clarity is key to avoid ambiguity.
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