chickenpox
pronunciation
How to pronounce chickenpox in British English:
UK [ˈtʃɪkɪnpɒks]
How to pronounce chickenpox in American English:
US [ˈtʃɪkɪnpɑks]
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- Noun:
- an acute contagious disease caused by herpes varicella zoster virus; causes a rash of vesicles on the face and body
Word Origin
- chickenpox
- chickenpox: see pox
Example
- 1. A virus causes chickenpox , so the doctor won 't prescribe antibiotics .
- 2. Chickenpox is a common illness among kids , particularly those under age 12 .
- 3. The antiviral medicine acyclovir may be prescribed for people with chickenpox who are at risk for complications .
- 4. If taking your child to the doctor , let the office know in advance that your child might have chickenpox .
- 5. Healthy kids who have had chickenpox do not need the vaccine - they usually have lifelong protection against the illness .