Leprosy (noun)

A chronic bacterial infection that mainly affects the skin, nerves, and respiratory system and can cause disfigurement and nerve damage.

Origin:

The term 'leprosy' is derived from the latin word 'lepra', which means scaly.

Examples:

1. Leprosy is a highly contagious disease that is spread through respiratory droplets.
2. The early symptoms of leprosy include skin sores, numbness, and muscle weakness.
3. Leprosy was once a feared and stigmatized disease, but with modern treatments it is now easily curable.
4. In some countries, people with leprosy still face discrimination and social isolation.
5. Leprosy is now rare in most parts of the world, but it continues to be a public health problem in certain countries.