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Definition of leipothrix

leipothrix

/ˈlaɪpoʊθɹɪks/
lei · po · thrix
Plural:leipotriches
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leipothrix Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A medical condition characterized by the abnormal absence, thinning, or falling out of hair; baldness or alopecia.

Example

"Historical medical texts occasionally referenced leipothrix when describing patients suffering from severe and unexplained hair loss."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Leipothrix is an obscure and largely archaic medical term; in modern clinical and diagnostic settings, the term 'alopecia' is universally preferred.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Greek prefix 'leipo-' (stem of 'leipein', meaning to leave, lack, or fail) and the Greek noun 'thrix' (meaning hair).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Leipothrix. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/leipothrix
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