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Definition of distrix

distrix

/ˈdɪs.trɪks/
dis · trix
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• noun

1

A pathological or structural condition of the hair characterized by the splitting of the ends.

Example

"The microscopic examination of the patient's scalp revealed severe distrix caused by excessive chemical treatments."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Distrix is a highly obscure and archaic medical term for split ends, almost entirely superseded by the term 'trichoptilosis' in modern dermatology.

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disk
dispenser
display
distrix
ditch
divan
diyala

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Greek prefix 'dis-' (twice) and 'thrix' (hair), literally translating to 'double hair' in reference to the bifurcation or splitting of the hair shaft.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Distrix. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/distrix
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