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whitehead

Whitehead (noun) means a small white bump on the skin caused by a blocked pore trapping oil and dead skin cells. Example: “She dabbed the whitehead with a spot treatment before bed.”

noun

A small white bump on the skin caused by a blocked pore trapping oil and dead skin cells.

"She dabbed the whitehead with a spot treatment before bed."

"Whiteheads are a mild form of acne that usually clears up on its own."

How to use whitehead

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA small white pimple caused by a clogged pore.

Easily confused with

blackhead

Common pairings

pop a whitehead whiteheads on the nose

Word forms

whiteheads plural, Whiteheads plural, Whiteheads plural

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Etymology

From white + head.

Synonyms

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Rhymes for whitehead

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Frequently asked questions

What does “whitehead” mean?

The word “whitehead” means a small white bump on the skin caused by a blocked pore trapping oil and dead skin cells. In plain terms, a small white pimple caused by a clogged pore.

How do you use “whitehead” in a sentence?

Here is “whitehead” used in a sentence: “She dabbed the whitehead with a spot treatment before bed.”

What part of speech is “whitehead”?

“Whitehead” is a noun.

Is “whitehead” a common word?

“Whitehead” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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