leper
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for leper, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person suffering from leprosy, a disease that damages the skin and nerves.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Greek lepra, "scaly disease," describing the flaking skin symptoms of leprosy.
Full origin of leper →Frequently asked questions
What does “leper” mean?
The word “leper” means a person suffering from leprosy, a disease that damages the skin and nerves. In plain terms, someone with leprosy, or, more commonly today, someone treated as an outcast.
How do you pronounce “leper”?
“Leper” is pronounced LEHP (/ˈlɛpɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “leper” in a sentence?
Here is “leper” used in a sentence: “Historically, lepers were often forced to live outside town walls.”
What part of speech is “leper”?
“Leper” is a noun.
Where does the word “leper” come from?
The word “leper” comes from Greek. From Greek lepra, "scaly disease," describing the flaking skin symptoms of leprosy.
How many meanings does “leper” have?
“Leper” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person suffering from leprosy, a disease that damages the skin and nerves.