Meaning of the word antigen in English
What does antigen mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
antigen
US /ˈæn.tɪ.dʒən/
UK /ˈæn.tɪ.dʒən/
Noun
a toxin or other foreign substance which induces an immune response in the body, especially the production of antibodies.
Example:
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The vaccine introduces a weakened antigen to stimulate antibody production.
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Blood type is determined by the presence or absence of specific antigens on red blood cells.