Leper (noun)

1. A person suffering from leprosy.
2. A person who is shunned or avoided because of a social or physical ailment.

Origin:

Old english lepra, from latin lepra, from greek lepra "scaly skin disease," of uncertain origin.

Examples:

1. In ancient times, lepers were often forced to live in colonies apart from society.
2. The leper was ostracized by his community.
3. The leper begged for alms on the street corner.
4. Leprosy is a chronic disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium leprae.
5. The leper was healed by Jesus.