Meaning of leprophobia | Babel Free
Definitions
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An irrationally excessive fear of Hansen's disease (leprosy) and lepers. uncountable
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Deep-seated loathing or hatred of lepers. uncountable
Examples
“I therefore entreat you to beware of the lepro-phobia that appears to be coming upon us.”
“Do not treat for leprosy unless the diagnosis is established. Nothing is harder to cure than leprophobia.”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.