1 Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease caused by herpes simplex virus (HSV). 2  HSV causes genital herpes by entering the skin or mucous membranes through microscopic breaks in the skin and mucous membranes. 3  Genital herpes is transmitted by any type of sexual contact with the genital area. When symptoms are present, they may include. 2  painful blisters and/or ulcers in the genital area, 3  itching, and. 4  burning or tingling sensations in the skin. 5  Some individuals may develop symptoms of. 6  fever, 7  body aches and. 8  swollen lymph nodes. 9  Symptoms come and go over the person's lifetime.
An idiom is a set expression of two or more words that means something other than the literal meanings of its individual words. Adjective: idiomatic. Idioms are the idiosyncrasies of a language, says Christine Ammer. Often defying the rules of logic, they pose great difficulties for non-native speakers (The American Heritage Dictionary of Idioms, 2013). For an explanation of the idiom principle, see Examples and Observations below.
An idiom is a phrase that _____. About This Quiz & Worksheet. This quiz and corresponding worksheet gauge your awareness of cliches. You will be quizzed on your understanding of the terms cliche and idiom and how they work in the English language. Quiz & Worksheet Goals. Use these assessment tools to gauge your knowledge of: The definition of a cliche.