Word: Immune System
Definition: The "immune system" is a group of organs and cells in your body that helps protect you from getting sick. It fights off germs, bacteria, and viruses that can cause diseases.
Usage Instructions: - "Immune system" is a noun, so you can use it as the subject or object in a sentence. - You might talk about how to keep your immune system healthy or how it works when you get sick.
Example: - "Eating fruits and vegetables can help strengthen your immune system." - "When a virus enters the body, the immune system works to fight it off."
Advanced Usage: - In medical discussions, you might hear terms like "immune response," which is the way your body reacts to harmful substances. - You may also come across phrases like "autoimmune disease," where the immune system mistakenly attacks the body’s own cells.
Word Variants: - Immunity (noun): This refers to the ability of the immune system to resist diseases. - Example: "Vaccines can help provide immunity against certain diseases." - Immune (adjective): This describes something that is protected from disease. - Example: "After getting a vaccine, you may be immune to the disease."
Different Meaning: - The term "immune" can also be used outside of health, meaning not affected by something. - Example: "He is immune to criticism; he never lets it bother him."
Synonyms: - Defense system - Bodily defense - Immune response system
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs: - There are not many idioms specifically related to the immune system, but you might hear: - "Boost your immune system" which means to make your immune system stronger. - "Fight off" can be related to how the immune system works to eliminate infections or diseases. - Example: "Her body fought off the cold quickly thanks to her strong immune system."
Understanding the immune system is essential for maintaining good health and preventing illness.