immunogen
|im-mu-no-gen|
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/ɪˈmjuːnəˌdʒɛn/
immune response inducer
Etymology
Etymology Information
'immunogen' originates from the combination of 'immune' and the suffix '-gen', where 'immune' refers to the body's defense system and '-gen' means 'producing or generating'.
Historical Evolution
'immunogen' was formed in modern English by combining 'immune' with the suffix '-gen'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a substance that generates immunity', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a substance that induces an immune response, often used in the context of vaccines or allergens.
The vaccine contains an immunogen that stimulates the body's immune system.
Synonyms
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