Dandruff: meaning, definitions and examples
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dandruff
[ หdรฆndrษf ]
scalp condition
Dandruff is a common scalp condition characterized by the shedding of dead skin cells from the scalp. It can cause flaking and itching, often resulting in visible white or yellowish scales on the hair and shoulders. Dandruff can be triggered by various factors, including dry skin, sensitivity to hair products, or skin conditions like seborrheic dermatitis.
Synonyms
dry scalp, flaky skin, scalp flakes.
Examples of usage
- He noticed dandruff on his shoulders.
- Dandruff can be treated with medicated shampoos.
- She used a special conditioner to combat her dandruff.
Translations
Translations of the word "dandruff" in other languages:
๐ต๐น caspa
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฐเฅเคธเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Schuppen
๐ฎ๐ฉ kerontokan
๐บ๐ฆ ะปะฐััะพะฒะธะฝะฝั
๐ต๐ฑ ลupieลผ
๐ฏ๐ต ใใฑ
๐ซ๐ท pellicules
๐ช๐ธ caspa
๐น๐ท kepek
๐ฐ๐ท ๋น๋ฌ
๐ธ๐ฆ ูุดุฑุฉ ุงูุฑุฃุณ
๐จ๐ฟ lupy
๐ธ๐ฐ lupiny
๐จ๐ณ ๅคด็ฎๅฑ
๐ธ๐ฎ prhljaj
๐ฎ๐ธ hรบรฐflรถg
๐ฐ๐ฟ าะฐะฑัััะฐา
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแก แคแแแขแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ dษri qabฤฑฤฤฑ
๐ฒ๐ฝ caspa
Etymology
The term 'dandruff' has its origins in Middle English, derived from the Old French word 'dandre', which refers to a 'dandruff'. The word has been in use since the late Middle Ages. The etymology can be traced back further to the Old Norse word 'dandr', which means 'the act of shaking off'. Over the centuries, the understanding and treatment of dandruff have evolved significantly, reflecting advances in dermatology and personal care. Historically, dandruff was often associated with poor hygiene, but it is now recognized as a common and treatable condition affecting many individuals, regardless of personal cleanliness.