terminal hair
Terminal hair is a type of body hair that becomes more prominent during puberty due to hormonal changes.
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Definition
B2Human Biology
(technical, academic)Thicker, longer, and darker hair that grows on the scalp, face, armpits, and pubic area, developing during puberty.
Example
- During puberty, vellus hair on the body is often replaced by terminal hair.
- Terminal hair is more noticeable than vellus hair due to its coarser texture and darker color.
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Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "terminal hair":
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