comb test
The term "comb test" has diverse meanings ranging from medical testing to discriminatory practices related to hair texture.
Definition
C1Endocrinology
(technical, academic)A procedure to determine if a substance qualifies as a male sex hormone.
Example
- The researchers conducted a comb test to identify potential androgenic compounds.
C1Historical Discrimination
(historical, sociological)A discriminatory method used to judge hair texture and exclude individuals with certain hair types from social events.
Example
- The comb test was a painful reminder of the racial prejudices prevalent in society.
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