self-immunity

self-im·mu·ni·ty

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Definitions of self-immunity word

noun plural self-immunity the state of being immune from or insusceptible to a particular disease or the like. 1
noun plural self-immunity the condition that permits either natural or acquired resistance to disease. 1
noun plural self-immunity the ability of a cell to react immunologically in the presence of an antigen. 1
noun plural self-immunity exemption from any natural or usual liability. 1
noun plural self-immunity exemption from obligation, service, duty, or liability to taxation, jurisdiction, etc.: The ambassador claimed diplomatic immunity when they arrested him for reckless driving. 1
noun plural self-immunity Law. exemption from criminal prosecution or legal liability or punishment on certain conditions. 1

before 1350

One of the 20% oldest English words

1350-1400; Middle English immunite < Latin immūnitās. See immune, -ity

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 93% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".

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