Dandruff: meaning, definitions and examples

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dandruff

 

[ หˆdรฆndrษ™f ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

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:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น caspa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฐเฅ‚เคธเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Schuppen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kerontokan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปะฐัั‚ะพะฒะธะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ล‚upieลผ

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•ใ‚ฑ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท pellicules

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ caspa

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kepek

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋น„๋“ฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‚ุดุฑุฉ ุงู„ุฑุฃุณ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lupy

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ lupiny

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅคด็šฎๅฑ‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ prhljaj

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hรบรฐflรถg

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐะฑั‹ั€ัˆะฐา›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ—แƒ›แƒ˜แƒก แƒคแƒแƒœแƒขแƒ”แƒšแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dษ™ri qabฤฑฤŸฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ 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.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,882 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.