leprosy in Norwegian

leprosy in Norwegian is spedalskhet, lepra — leprosy means leprosy is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium leprae that gradually damages the nerves and skin.

leprosy in Norwegian

spedalskhet

noun

(disease, medicine) An infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium leprae, gradually producing nerve damage and patches of skin necrosis and historically handled by permanently quarantining its sufferers.

lepra

noun

What does "leprosy" mean?

noun Leprosy is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium leprae that gradually damages the nerves and skin.
"Historically, people with leprosy were often kept apart from the rest of society in quarantine."

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

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C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

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leprosy in a sentence

Historically, people with leprosy were often kept apart from the rest of society in quarantine.
Leprosy gradually damages the nerves, which is why sufferers may lose feeling in their hands and feet.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "leprosy" in Norwegian?

"leprosy" in Norwegian is spedalskhet, lepra. leprosy means: Leprosy is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium leprae that gradually damages the nerves and skin.

How do you use "leprosy" in a sentence?

Example: "Historically, people with leprosy were often kept apart from the rest of society in quarantine." In Norwegian, "leprosy" is spedalskhet, lepra.

Are there other ways to say "leprosy" in Norwegian?

Yes — Norwegian has 2 translations listed for "leprosy": spedalskhet, lepra.

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