Meaning of the word shingles in English
What does shingles mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
shingles
US /ˈʃɪŋ.ɡəlz/
UK /ˈʃɪŋ.ɡəlz/
Plural Noun
a viral disease that causes a painful rash, typically with blisters, in a limited area on one side of the body, often in a stripe. It is caused by the same virus as chickenpox.
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My grandmother developed shingles after a period of stress.
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The doctor confirmed it was shingles and prescribed antiviral medication.
Noun
a rectangular tile, typically made of slate or asphalt, that is fixed to a roof or side of a building in overlapping rows.
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The roof was covered with dark gray shingles.
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They decided to replace the old wooden shingles with new asphalt ones.
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