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(shin-gles) 2 syllables

Definition

noun. a viral infection that causes a painful rash.

Example Sentence

They are replacing the roof shingles.

More Example Sentences

Many people get shingles after chickenpox.

Synonyms

herpes zoster; rash; skin infection

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Rhymes

  • dingell's
  • gingles
  • ingels
  • ingles
  • jingles
  • mingles
  • shingles
  • singles
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