Meaning of the word vaccinia in English
What does vaccinia mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
vaccinia
US /vækˈsɪn.i.ə/
UK /vækˈsɪn.i.ə/
Noun
a virus of the poxvirus family that was used in the first successful vaccine against smallpox
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The vaccinia virus is closely related to the variola virus, which causes smallpox.
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Research into the vaccinia virus continues to explore its potential in gene therapy.