Meaning of the word immunodeficiency in English
What does immunodeficiency mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
immunodeficiency
US /ˌɪm.jə.noʊ.dɪˈfɪʃ.ən.si/
UK /ˌɪm.jə.nəʊ.dɪˈfɪʃ.ən.si/
Noun
a state in which the immune system's ability to fight infectious disease and cancer is compromised or entirely absent
Example:
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Patients with severe combined immunodeficiency are highly susceptible to infections.
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HIV causes acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).