strain-independent
|strain-in-de-pend-ent|
/streɪn ˌɪndɪˈpɛndənt/
universal protection
Etymology
'strain-independent' originates from the combination of 'strain,' referring to a genetic variant or subtype of a microorganism, and 'independent,' meaning not influenced or controlled by others.
The term 'strain-independent' evolved from the need to describe vaccines or treatments that are effective against multiple strains of a pathogen.
Initially, it meant 'not reliant on a specific strain,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not dependent on a particular strain of a microorganism or virus.
The vaccine is strain-independent, offering protection against multiple variants.
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Last updated: 2025/03/11 05:26