Synonyms of vaccinia

Noun

1. vaccinia, vaccina, variola vaccine, variola vaccinia, variola vaccina, infection

usage: a local infection induced in humans by inoculation with the virus causing cowpox in order to confer resistance to smallpox; normally lasts three weeks and leaves a pitted scar

2. cowpox, vaccinia, animal disease, pox

usage: a viral disease of cattle causing a mild skin disease affecting the udder; formerly used to inoculate humans against smallpox

Definition and meaning of vaccinia (Dictionary)