LEPROSY
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Leprosy.
Leprosy - as a noun
Chronic granulomatous communicable disease occurring in tropical and subtropical regions; characterized by inflamed nodules beneath the skin and wasting of body parts; caused by the bacillus mycobacterium leprae
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hansen's diseaseHypernyms (Closely Related)
infectious diseaseHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The early symptoms of leprosy can include pale or reddish skin patches with reduced sensation."
"The diagnosis of leprosy is usually made based on clinical signs and symptoms."
"Without treatment, leprosy can cause progressive damage and deformity."
"The World Health Organization aims to eliminate leprosy as a public health problem."
"Symptoms of leprosy include skin lesions, muscle weakness, and numbness in the hands and feet."
Word Game Points
Is LEPROSY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, leprosy is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
LEPROSY has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is LEPROSY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, leprosy is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordLEPROSY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is LEPROSY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, leprosy is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordLEPROSY has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
