Noun: herpes 'hur,peez
- Any of the animal viruses that cause painful blisters on the skin
"Cold sores are caused by a type of herpes virus";
- herpes virus
- Viral diseases causing eruptions of the skin or mucous membrane
"She suffered from recurring outbreaks of herpes on her lips"
Derived forms: herpeses
Type of: animal virus, infectious disease
Encyclopedia: Herpes