leprosarium
Americannoun
noun
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Etymology
Origin of leprosarium
From Medieval Latin, dating back to 1840–50; see origin at leprous, -ary
Example Sentences
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A major event in the grim routine of the leprosarium at Nyamsong in Cameroon is a visit by a tall, burly priest in a limp white cassock.
From Time Magazine Archive
Bill to earn a degree in agriculture, took missionary studies at two seminaries, orientation courses at the Carville, La. leprosarium.
From Time Magazine Archive
The following year the Japanese government decided to use Aoki's site for its leprosarium, built a hospital and several other buildings.
From Time Magazine Archive
Last year the leprosarium discharged 37 patients, this year it will discharge 40 or more.
From Time Magazine Archive
The leprosarium is funded by the government, but there isn’t enough money to hire staff or purchase basic supplies, especially after the ravages of war.
From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly
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