hairless

Meanings

• Adjective

  Lacking hair, especially on the body or on a specific part of the body.

  - "The baby is born hairless."
  - "Some primates, such as apes and monkeys, are hairless in certain parts of their bodies."
  - "The bald eagle is a hairless bird of prey found in North America."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with hairless
square , laurel , pare , fare

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Variants

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hair , hairless , hairlessness , hairlessnesses , hairlike , hairs , in her hair , in his hair , in its hair , in my hair , in one's hair , in our hair , in their hair , in your hair , out of her hair , out of his hair , out of its hair , out of my hair , out of one's hair , out of our hair , out of their hair , out of your hair

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Etymology

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The term 'hairless' is derived from the Old English word 'haira' meaning 'hair' and the Old English word 'lēas' meaning 'free' or 'clear'. It is a compound word formed by combining these two roots.

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Trivia

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1. The Guinea pig is a common domestic pet that is completely hairless in some breeds.

2. In some cultures, hairlessness is considered a sign of holiness or spirituality.

3. The absence of body hair is a common trait in certain primates, such as gorillas and chimpanzees.

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Related Concepts

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1. Baldness: A condition characterized by the absence of hair on the scalp or other parts of the body.

2. Albinism: A genetic condition that results in the absence of pigmentation in the skin, hair, and eyes.

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Culture

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In various cultures, being hairless has been associated with beauty and cleanliness. In ancient Egypt, for instance, women shaved their heads as a sign of mourning and purity. In modern times, hairlessness, particularly in women, has been promoted as a desirable feature in certain circles, leading to the use of hair removal techniques such as shaving, waxing, and laser treatments.

How to Memorize "hairless"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person or animal that is completely hairless. Imagine their smooth, bare skin under the sun or in the water.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'hairless' with words like 'smooth', 'bare', 'naked', or 'bald'. Visualize these words and their meanings to help remember the definition of 'hairless'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'Hairless equals zero hairs' to help remember the definition of 'hairless'.

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