Bible Dictionary
TETTER
Tetter is a pale-white skin eruption mentioned in Leviticus 13. Unlike leprosy, it was not considered a source of ceremonial uncleanness; the condition is commonly identified with vitiligo.
Biblical Usage
The condition is mentioned in the legislation concerning skin disorders in Leviticus 13. Unlike leprosy as treated in that passage, the pale-white eruption did not render the person unclean.