hair
Definition
1.- A pigmented filament of keratin which grows from a follicle on the skin of humans and other mammals. 2.- The collection or mass of such growths growing from the skin of humans and animals, and forming a covering for a part of the head or for any part or the whole body. 3.- A slender outgrowth from the chitinous cuticle of insects, spiders, crustaceans, and other invertebrates. Such hairs are totally unlike those of vertebrates in structure, composition, and mode of growth.
Pronunciation
/hɛə/
Explanation
2.- In the western world, women usually have long hair while men usually have short hair.
Details
- Category: Body parts
- Sign Language: Lengua de Señas Mexicana (LSM)
- Region: México
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