Definitions for: Lazaret


[n] hospital for persons with infectious diseases (especially leprosy)



Webster (1913) Definition: Laz`a*ret", Lazaretto Laz`a*ret"to, n. [F. lazaret,
or It. lazzeretto, fr. Lazarus. See Lazar.]
A public building, hospital, or pesthouse for the reception
of diseased persons, particularly those affected with
contagious diseases.


Laz`a*ret", Lazaretto Laz`a*ret"ton. (Naut.)

Note: (Pronounced by seamen ?)
A low space under the after part of the main deck, used as a
storeroom.

Synonyms: lazar house, lazarette, lazaretto, pesthouse

See Also: hospital, infirmary

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