word
Breakthrough Infection
BRAYK-throo in-FEK-shun
/ˈbreɪkθruː ɪnˈfɛkʃən/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
breakthroughinfection
Dictionary meaning
An infection that occurs in a vaccinated individual, indicating partial rather than complete vaccine-mediated protection
Examples
- Breakthrough infections were more common with the newer variant, prompting recommendations for booster doses.
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