Meaning & Definition of word "Baldness"

Baldness

/ˈbɔːld.nəs/

1. The state of having little or no hair on the scalp.
- Example: His baldness became more pronounced as he aged.
2. The condition or quality of being bald.
- Example: Many people see baldness as a sign of wisdom and experience.
3. A common condition that can be a result of genetic factors, hormonal changes, or medical conditions.
- Example: She decided to embrace her baldness rather than hide it with wigs.
4. A term often used to describe a lack of hair that can occur in patches or throughout the scalp.
- Example: Baldness can affect both men and women, though it is more prevalent in men.

●From Old English 'beald' meaning 'bald, shaved'.

bald-faced:

Shameless; blatant.

bald as a cue ball:

Completely bald.

bald eagle:

A large bird of prey, symbolic in the United States.

alopecia:

A medical condition causing hair loss.

hair loss:

Reduction in the number of hairs on the scalp.

bald spot:

A patch of scalp that is hairless.

Meaning: Skinhead

● Example Sentence: Some people refer to them as skinheads due to their baldness.

Meaning: Chrome dome

● Example Sentence: He is proud of his chrome dome and often shows it off.

Meaning: Baldy

● Example Sentence: Everyone called him 'Baldy' as a joke among friends.