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passive immunity

noun

Definition of passive immunity

: short-acting immunity acquired by transfer of antibodies (as by injection of gamma globulin) — compare active immunity
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passive immunization

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1895

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passive immunity

noun

medical Definition of passive immunity

: short-acting immunity acquired by transfer of antibodies (as by injection of gamma globulin) — compare acquired immunity, active immunity, innate immunity
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passive immunization

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