1. thin rectangular pieces of wood, slate, or other material used to cover roofs or walls
Usage: plural form
2. a viral infection causing a painful rash with blisters, typically on one side of the body
Usage: medical

Examples

• The old house needed new shingles on the roof.
• We replaced the damaged shingles after the storm.
• Cedar shingles give the cottage a rustic appearance.
• My grandmother developed shingles on her back.
• The doctor prescribed medication for his shingles outbreak.
• Shingles can be very painful and may last for weeks.