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2a(1): a group of people usually having a common bond, e.g. a herd of tourists
Klaralven
Jan 2021
#34
Although usually used in the context of hoofed animals, it can refer to any collection of animals
Klaralven
Jan 2021
#37
I don't object to the term "herd immunity." But let's talk about "dehumanizing".
gulliver
Jan 2021
#13
Vaccines work via producing herd immunity, & for the umpteenth time, we here in Sweden never had
Celerity
Jan 2021
#28
I accept your correction about what is and hasn't happened in Sweden. I stand corrected, thank you.
Ford_Prefect
Jan 2021
#33
Using vaccines to reach herd immunity is a basic, simple scientific concept, but do not take my word
Celerity
Jan 2021
#35
People don't understand how it works. Media has failed to inform people how it works.
KentuckyWoman
Jan 2021
#19
Herd immunity is a well established scientific term. It does not apply exclusively to humans.
beastie boy
Jan 2021
#21
It HAS been debased by misuse to the point where it probably isn't helpful to use it
Denzil_DC
Jan 2021
#25