lazar house
The term "lazar house" originates from the biblical figure Lazarus, often associated with leprosy, and historically referred to facilities for isolating individuals with contagious diseases.
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Definition
C1Historical Healthcare
(archaic)A facility used to isolate and care for individuals with leprosy or other infectious diseases.
Example
- During the medieval period, a lazar house was often located on the outskirts of towns to prevent the spread of disease.
C1Healthcare
(figurative)A hospital or quarantine facility for patients with highly infectious diseases.
Example
- The old building was repurposed as a lazar house during the outbreak.