immunise
Translation
to immunize, to vaccinate
Examples
The doctor will immunise the children.
The doctor will immunize the children.
We need to immunise them against the flu.
We need to immunize them against the flu.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) to make (sb.) immune The doctor will immunize the children.
((sb.)) ((against sth.)) to make (sb.) immune to (sth.) We need to immunize them against the flu.
Similar Words
Synonyms: vaccinate, inoculate, protect
Etymology
From 'immune' + the verbal suffix '-ize'. The suffix '-ize' means 'to make' or 'to cause to be'. So, 'to make immune'.
Memory Tips
Think of making someone's immune system 'rise' up to fight disease. 'Immun-ize' -> 'immune-rise'.