shingles
noun
Form of shingle , plural of shingle.
Simple meaning
Herpes zoster, caused by Human herpes virus 3, in genus Varicellovirus.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈʃɪŋɡəlz
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Definition
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noun
pathologyinformal
Herpes zoster, caused by Human herpes virus 3, in genus Varicellovirus.
Eruptions along a nerve path often accompanied by severe neuralgia
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Building material used as siding or roofing.
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Small deciduous tree of eastern and central United States having leaves that shine like laurel.
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