noun

lazar

LAY-zuh

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Lazar (noun) means an old-fashioned word for someone suffering from leprosy or a similarly disfiguring contagious disease. Example: “In the medieval story, the lazar was cast out of the village and left to beg at the gates.”

noun

An old-fashioned word for someone suffering from leprosy or a similarly disfiguring contagious disease.

"In the medieval story, the lazar was cast out of the village and left to beg at the gates."

adjective

Affected by leprosy or a similar disease.

"The old chronicle describes a lazar hospital built just outside the city walls."

How to use lazar

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA now-archaic word for a person with leprosy — you'll mostly meet it in older literature and history, not everyday speech.

Common mistake

Don't confuse with the given name Lazarus itself — "lazar" is the common noun derived from it.

When to use it

Archaic and largely historical; modern writing uses "person with leprosy" or "person with Hansen's disease" instead.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

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

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

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

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

Plural: lazars

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Etymology

From the Biblical name Lazarus (the beggar covered in sores in the Gospel of Luke), via Old French lazare and Medieval Latin lazarus, "leper."

Origin: Medieval Latin

Synonyms

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leper

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Rhymes for lazar

alcazar Salazar Balthazar

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Frequently asked questions

What does “lazar” mean?

The word “lazar” means an old-fashioned word for someone suffering from leprosy or a similarly disfiguring contagious disease. In plain terms, a now-archaic word for a person with leprosy — you'll mostly meet it in older literature and history, not everyday speech.

How do you pronounce “lazar”?

“Lazar” is pronounced LAY-zuh (/ˈleɪzə/ in IPA).

How do you use “lazar” in a sentence?

Here is “lazar” used in a sentence: “In the medieval story, the lazar was cast out of the village and left to beg at the gates.”

What part of speech is “lazar”?

Depending on how it is used, “lazar” can be a noun and an adjective.

Where does the word “lazar” come from?

The word “lazar” comes from Medieval Latin. From the Biblical name Lazarus (the beggar covered in sores in the Gospel of Luke), via Old French lazare and Medieval Latin lazarus, "leper.".

How many meanings does “lazar” have?

“Lazar” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an old-fashioned word for someone suffering from leprosy or a similarly disfiguring contagious disease.

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