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Shingles Definition & Meaning

shingles
noun
  1. eruptions along a nerve path often accompanied by severe neuralgia

"Shingles" in song lyrics

See how shingles is used in real songs:

  • "Steady dropping singles, life was sitting in the shingles"
    Big Pokey — Mind & Muscle
  • "Hangin just like some Shingle's"
    Color Changin Click — Me & My Money
  • "acyclovir for shingles"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does shingles mean?
eruptions along a nerve path often accompanied by severe neuralgia
What part of speech is shingles?
Shingles is a noun.

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