IMMUNE


Meaning of IMMUNE in English

■ adjective

1》 resistant to a particular infection owing to the presence of specific antibodies or sensitized white blood cells.

↘ Biology relating to such resistance: the ~ system.

2》 exempt from an obligation or penalty.

3》 (often ~ to ) not affected by something.

Origin

ME: from L. immunis 'exempt from public service or charge', from in- 'not' + munis 'ready for service'.

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