Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

chrome-dome

noun
/krōm-dōm/
Definition
A slang term for a bald person, typically referencing the shiny appearance of a completely bald head.
Examples
  • My grandfather is a chrome-dome and wears it proudly.
  • Everyone at the office calls him the chrome-dome because of his shiny head.
  • He decided to shave his head completely and embraced his new chrome-dome look.
Meaning
The word indicates a person who has little to no hair on their head, often used humorously or affectionately.
Synonyms
  • baldy
  • cueball
  • skinhead
  • shiny head