noun
- any of a family of DNA viruses that cause infections such as cold sores, genital herpes, chickenpox, and shingles
Usage: medical
Examples
- The herpesvirus can remain dormant in nerve cells for years.
- Chickenpox is caused by a type of herpesvirus.
- Scientists are studying how herpesviruses evade the immune system.
- The herpesvirus family includes several different species.
- Antiviral medications can help control herpesvirus infections.
- Cold sores are typically caused by herpesvirus type 1.