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Definitions

Epstein-Barr virus

[ep-stahyn bahr vahy-ruhs] / ˈɛp staɪn ˈbɑr ˌvaɪ rəs /

NOUN

herpes virus

Synonyms

WEAK

EB virus EBV Epstein-Barr syndrome HHV-4 Human herpesvirus 4 glandular fever mononucleosis

Example Sentences

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Vaccine Company is developing a vaccine against Epstein-Barr virus.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

"In transplant patients, it's standard practice to use drugs against various viruses. Until now, there's been nothing specific for preventing or treating Epstein-Barr virus associated disease," says Hess.

From Science Daily • May 23, 2024

The pathogen that came to bear his and Dr. Barr’s names — Epstein-Barr virus — belongs to the herpes family and is one of the most ubiquitous on the planet.

From New York Times • Mar. 6, 2024

She was waylaid by the Epstein-Barr virus, which left her fighting extreme fatigue.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 31, 2023

A Harvard University study in 2022 showed compelling evidence that the Epstein-Barr virus that causes glandular fever triggers the process.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2023