Definition

Connected to a virus called vaccinia, which is related to cowpox and is used in vaccines.

Example

The vaccinial properties of the cowpox virus are important for vaccine development.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new vaccinial research coming out?

Yeah, I read something about it; it sounds fascinating!

I wonder how it will affect the current vaccines we use.

It should enhance our understanding of similar diseases, that's for sure.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Vaccinial → It is derived from "vaccinus" (from Latin, meaning pertaining to cow, as in cowpox) and the suffix "-ial" (meaning relating to or characterized by). The word "vaccinial" refers to something that is related to vaccines or vaccination, particularly in the context of cowpox and its historical use in vaccination.

Memory Tip

Think of 'vaccinus' which relates to cows and vaccination — this helps you remember that 'vaccinial' means related to vaccines.

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