Scurf: meaning, definitions and examples

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scurf

 

[ skษœหrf ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

skin condition

Scurf refers to flakes or scales that shed from the skin or scalp. It is often associated with dandruff or dry skin, leading to visible particles that can be troublesome. Scurf can signal various skin conditions, including psoriasis or seborrheic dermatitis. The presence of scurf may also indicate a need for better skincare or hair care practices.

Synonyms

dandruff, flakes, scales

Examples of usage

  • The dry air worsened her scurf issues.
  • He noticed scurf accumulating on his shoulders after scratching his scalp.
  • Using the right shampoo can help reduce scurf.

Translations

Translations of the word "scurf" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น caspa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค–เฅเคถเฅเค•เฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Schuppen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kerak

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปัƒั‰ะตะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ล‚uski

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

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลกupiny

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ลกupiny

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ณžๅฑ‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ luลกฤina

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ flรถkku

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐะฑั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฅแƒ”แƒ แƒฅแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qฤฑrฤฑntฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ caspa

Word origin

The word 'scurf' originates from the Old French term 'scurf', which itself comes from the Latin 'squama', meaning 'scale' or 'flake'. The term has evolved over time in the English language, representing the visible flakes that result from skin or scalp issues. Initially, it was used more broadly to describe any scaling or flaking, but over time its specific association with skin conditions became pronounced. The evolution of the term reflects the growing understanding of dermatological conditions, and it is now commonly used in both medical and everyday contexts, especially when discussing dandruff or dry scalp issues.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,263, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.