1 definition by Matthew Richardson
n. Abbr. of Kaposi's Sarcoma, lesions on the skin which are caused by Kaposi's Sarcoma Herpesvirus (KSHV). Oftentimes Kaposi's Sarcoma is a symptom of infection with HIV, as it can weaken the immune system to the degree where KSHV can get a hold in the body.
Tom Hanks's character in "Philadelphia" was fired after his bosses discovered the KS lesions on his body.
by Matthew Richardson July 16, 2006