Hello, you have come here looking for the meaning of the word
varicella zoster virus. In DICTIOUS you will not only get to know all the dictionary meanings for the word
varicella zoster virus, but we will also tell you about its etymology, its characteristics and you will know how to say
varicella zoster virus in singular and plural. Everything you need to know about the word
varicella zoster virus you have here. The definition of the word
varicella zoster virus will help you to be more precise and correct when speaking or writing your texts. Knowing the definition of
varicella zoster virus, as well as those of other words, enriches your vocabulary and provides you with more and better linguistic resources.
English
Etymology
(This etymology is missing or incomplete. Please add to it, or discuss it at the Etymology scriptorium.)
Noun
varicella zoster virus (plural varicella zoster viruses)
- (virology) Human alphaherpesvirus 3, the infectious agent that causes chickenpox (varicella) and shingles.
Synonyms
- (Human alphaherpesvirus 3): Human herpesvirus 3 (HHV-3), VZV, chickenpox virus, varicella virus, zoster virus.
Translations
Further reading