cold sore


cold sore

noun

Definition of COLD SORE

: a group of fluid-filled blisters appearing about or within the mouth that are caused by a herpes simplex virus and upon rupturing form crusts —called also fever blister — compare canker sore

First Known Use of COLD SORE

1870

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