Definition of Ring containment

1. Noun. A strategy of defense in cases of bioterrorism; vaccination only of people exposed and others who are in contact with them. "Ring containment is a proven method of halting a smallpox epidemic"

Category relationships: Act Of Terrorism, Terrorism, Terrorist Act
Generic synonyms: Containment

Lexicographical Neighbors of Ring Containment

ringworm of body
ringworm of foot
ringworm of genitocrural region
ringworm of nails
ringworm of scalp
ringworm of the nails
ringworm shrub
ringworm yaws
ring abscess
ring armor
ring armour
ring blackbird
ring chromosome
ring chromosomes
ring compound
ring containment (current term)
ring dance
ring disease
ring enhancement
ring finger
ring finger
ring girl
Ring Lardner
ring lesions in brain
ring ligament
ring mail
ring of color
ring of iris
ring of Soemmerring
ring out

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