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    Lèpre (en. Leprosy)

    /lɛpʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Chronic disease caused by a bacterial infection, characterized by skin lesions and nerve damage.
    Leprosy is a disease that can lead to deformation of the limbs.
    La lèpre est une maladie qui peut mener à la déformation des membres.
    Tragic social stigma associated with people affected by this disease.
    In some countries, leprosy is still stigmatized.
    Dans certains pays, la lèpre est encore stigmatisée.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'lepra', derived from the Greek 'λέπρα', which means 'scale'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to live with leprosy
    To bear the consequences of the disease.
    vivre avec la lèpre
    to be rejected because of leprosy
    To be socially excluded because of the disease.
    être rejeté à cause de la lèpre

    Related Words

    leprosarium
    Establishment where people affected by leprosy are treated.
    leproserie
    leprosy sufferer
    Person affected by leprosy.
    leprateur
    Hansen's bacillus
    Microbe responsible for leprosy.
    bacille de Hansen

    Slang Meanings

    Expression referring to a person excluded from society.
    He feels like a leper after his last romantic disappointment.
    Il se sent comme un lépreux après sa dernière déception amoureuse.