herpesvirus

her·pes·vi·rus

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Definitions of herpesvirus word

noun plural herpesvirus a DNA-containing virus of the family Herpesviridae, certain members of which cause such diseases in humans as oral and genital herpes, infectious mononucleosis, chickenpox, and shingles. 1
noun herpesvirus Any of a group of DNA viruses causing herpes and other diseases. 1
noun herpesvirus any one of a family of DNA-containing viruses that includes the agents causing herpes, the Epstein-Barr virus, and the cytomegalovirus 0
noun herpesvirus any of a family (Herpesviridae) of DNA viruses variously affecting certain vertebrates and invertebrates, esp. the viruses causing herpes simplex, herpes zoster, and chickenpox in human beings 0
noun herpesvirus Any of the family Herpesviridae, double-stranded DNA viruses, many of which are responsible for diseases such as chickenpox, herpes simplex, and shingles, and others affecting animals. 0

before 1920

One of the 12% newest English words

From New Latin, dating back to 1920-25; See origin at herpes, virus

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