Birthmark: meaning, definitions and examples
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birthmark
[ ˈbɜrθmɑrk ]
skin condition
A birthmark is a discoloration of a person's skin that is present at birth or appears shortly afterward. These marks can vary in size, shape, and color, and can occur anywhere on the body. Birthmarks are usually harmless, but they can be a source of concern if they change in appearance or size. Some birthmarks may fade over time, while others can remain for a lifetime.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She has a large birthmark on her left arm.
- His birthmark resembles a star shape.
- Many people feel self-conscious about their birthmarks.
- The doctor assured her that the birthmark was benign.
- Birthmarks can be a unique feature of a person's appearance.
Translations
Translations of the word "birthmark" in other languages:
🇵🇹 marca de nascimento
🇮🇳 जन्मचिह्न
🇩🇪 Geburtsmal
🇮🇩 tanda lahir
🇺🇦 родимка
🇵🇱 znamię
🇯🇵 母斑（ぼはん）
🇫🇷 tache de naissance
🇪🇸 marca de nacimiento
🇹🇷 doğum lekesi
🇰🇷 출생 점
🇸🇦 علامة الولادة
🇨🇿 mateřské znaménko
🇸🇰 materské znamienko
🇨🇳 胎记
🇸🇮 madež
🇮🇸 fæðingarblettur
🇰🇿 туылған белгі
🇬🇪 მშვენიერება
🇦🇿 doğum ləkəsi
🇲🇽 marca de nacimiento
Etymology
The term 'birthmark' originates from the combination of two words: 'birth' and 'mark'. The word 'birth' is derived from the Old English 'byrþen', which translates to the act of being born. 'Mark' comes from the Old English 'mearc', meaning a boundary or sign. Together, they describe a mark that has been present since an individual's birth. Historically, birthmarks have been viewed with a variety of attitudes, ranging from superstitions to significance in cultural beliefs. In some cultures, birthmarks are thought to indicate personality traits or even be tied to one's past life. Medical understandings of birthmarks have evolved, with greater awareness that they are typically harmless, although certain types may require monitoring for changes. In modern medicine, dermatologists often classify them into various types, including vascular marks like hemangiomas and pigmented marks such as moles.