pass vaccinal
/pas vak.si.nal/noun★Intermediate
⚖️Law
formal
A digital or physical document proving that a person has been fully vaccinated against COVID-19, often required for access to certain public spaces or events.
Le pass vaccinal est obligatoire pour accéder aux grands rassemblements.
The vaccine pass is mandatory to access large gatherings.
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Introduced in France in 2022 as part of COVID-19 health measures.
Collocations
présenter un pass vaccinalto show a vaccine passvérifier le pass vaccinalto check the vaccine pass
Synonyms
Antonyms
Related Phrases
pass sanitairephrase
health pass (including test results)
💡Pro Tip
Usage in France
The pass vaccinal was a temporary measure in France, distinct from the broader 'pass sanitaire' which included test results.
⚡Gold Rule
Legal Context
The pass vaccinal was legally required in certain settings during the COVID-19 pandemic.
📖Word Origin
From 'pass' (passport-like document) + 'vaccinal' (relating to vaccination).
📝Usage Notes
Primarily used in formal contexts, especially in legal and public health discussions.
Word Breakdown
pass
document or permit
rootvaccinal
relating to vaccination
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