immunocompromised

/ˈɪmjənoʊˌkɑmprəˈmaɪzd/
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Definitions of immunocompromised
  1. adjective
    unable to develop a normal immune response usually because of malnutrition or immunodeficiency or immunosuppressive therapy
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