Definition

A person who introduces a substance into a living organism to create immunity or to propagate plants or diseases.

Example

The inoculator carefully administered the vaccine to ensure the patients developed immunity.

Conversation

Have you ever met an inoculator before?

No, I haven't. What do they do?

They help with the process of inoculating plants or even diseases.

That's interesting! I didn't know that was a specific job.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Inoculator → It is formed from "in-" (meaning into) and "oculare" (meaning to place in or to introduce). The word refers to someone who introduces a substance, typically a vaccine, into the body.

Memory Tip

Think of someone 'placing' ('oculare') something 'into' ('in-') the body — that's why inoculator means a person who introduces a vaccine.

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