Standard Lemma guide

lepromatoid

adj · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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adj

Meaning 1

Of or related to leprous lesions (lepromas).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • Lepromatoid or lepromatous leprosy is distinguished from tuberculoid leprosy by the greater diffusion of skin complaints.

Meaning relationships

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adj

Meaning 2

Of or related to lepromatoid leprosy.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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History

Etymology

From leproma + -oid.

Across languages

Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: lepromatoidi — afflicted with leprosylike lesions
  • Swedish: lepromatoid — afflicted with leprosylike lesions