Knowledge center. Chickenpox (Chicken Pox) , also known as Varicella, is a very contagious infection caused by the varicella zoster virus. In several parts of the world it is just known as varicella. Patients develop a blister-like rash, which first appears on the face and trunk, and then spreads throughout the body.
Etymology[edit] Latin. See mode. modus â(plural modi) (law, obsolete) The arrangement of, or mode of expressing, the terms of a contract or conveyance.
Definition of PRIUS. : something that precedes or takes precedence: precondition.rigin of PRIUS. Latin, former, previous, neuter of prior â more at prior. This word doesn't usually appear in our free dictionary, but the definition from our premium Unabridged Dictionary is offered here on a limited basis.