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Uncommonherpes
The correct spelling is herpes.
How to pronounce herpes
noun
IPA: /ˈhɝ.piz/
Say it like: Her-pes
The correct spelling is herpes. A viral infection, caused by Human alphaherpesvirus 1 and Human alphaherpesvirus 2, marked by painful, watery blisters in the skin or mucous membranes or on the genitals.
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Definition
noun
- 1.A viral infection, caused by Human alphaherpesvirus 1 and Human alphaherpesvirus 2, marked by painful, watery blisters in the skin or mucous membranes or on the genitals.
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