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hirsuteness


Meanings
  • noun

    Excessive growth of coarse hair on the body, especially in men, often considered a sign of masculinity.

    - "His hirsuteness was a source of envy among his peers."
    - "Despite his hirsuteness, he preferred to keep his body hair trimmed."

Variants
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hirsute , hirsuteness , hirsutenesses
Etymology
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From the Latin word 'hirsutus', meaning 'hairy'.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'hirsute' is also used to describe plants with densely haired stems or leaves.

  2. Some people believe that excessive body hair is a sign of good health and vitality.


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  1. masculinity: Hirsuteness is closely related to the concept of masculinity, as excessive body hair is often associated with male sexual maturity and strength.


Culture
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In literature, hirsuteness is often used to describe characters with strong masculine features or to depict their virility. In art, hirsuteness can be seen as a symbol of power and strength.

How to Memorize "hirsuteness"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a man with a thick beard and a hairy chest to remember the meaning of hirsuteness.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word hirsuteness with the image of a rugged, hairy mountain man.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Hairy Is Roughly Synonymous To Understanding Excessive Masculinity' to remember the meaning of hirsuteness.


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