Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hair-bulb
noun
/hɛr bʌlb/
Definition
The rounded part at the base of a hair follicle that generates hair.
Examples
- The hair bulb plays a crucial role in the hair growth cycle.
- In some cases, damage to the hair bulb can lead to hair loss.
- The health of the hair bulb is essential for strong, healthy hair.
Meaning
The hair bulb is the structure from which hair grows. It contains cells that divide and form the hair shaft, and it is located beneath the surface of the skin at the base of the follicle.
Synonyms
- hair root
- hair follicle base
