Cold Sore (Noun)
Meaning
Caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The cold sore on her lip was painful and unsightly, making her self-conscious about her appearance.
- After getting a cold sore, she made sure to avoid kissing her baby to prevent the transmission of the herpes simplex virus.
- Cold sores are a common symptom of herpes simplex virus type 1 infection, which affects millions of people worldwide.
- She applied topical cream to the cold sore to reduce the discomfort and speed up the healing process.
- The stress of exams triggered a cold sore outbreak, which was a recurring problem for the college student.