alopecic
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Definition
Adjective: Pertaining to or characterized by alopecia; relating to the loss of hair, wool, or feathers.
Usage
The adjective "alopecic" is used to describe conditions, symptoms, areas, or treatments associated with hair loss. It is a formal, medical term.
Examples
- The patient presented with several alopecic patches on the scalp.
- The veterinarian examined the alopecic areas on the dog's skin.
- The study focused on treatments for alopecic conditions.
Advanced Usage
- Alopecic areata: A specific term for a condition causing patchy hair loss.
- She was diagnosed with alopecic areata.
Variants and Related Words
- Alopecia (noun): The medical term for hair loss itself.
- He suffers from alopecia.
Synonyms
- Bald (though "bald" is a general state, while "alopecic" describes the medical condition or characteristic)
- Hairless (describing the state, not the medical condition)
Adjective
- pertaining to loss of hair or wool or feathers