baldness
1 synonym for baldness, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The state of having little or no hair on the head.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
phalacrosis
Etymology
From Middle English ballednesse, from bald plus the suffix -ness.
Full origin of baldness →Frequently asked questions
What does “baldness” mean?
The word “baldness” means the state of having little or no hair on the head.
How do you use “baldness” in a sentence?
Here is “baldness” used in a sentence: “Male pattern baldness often begins with a receding hairline.”
What part of speech is “baldness”?
“Baldness” is a noun.
Where does the word “baldness” come from?
The word “baldness” comes from Middle English. From Middle English ballednesse, from bald plus the suffix -ness.
