glabrous \ˈglā-brəs\ adjective: smooth; especially: having a surface without hairs or projections {glabrous skin} {glabrous leaves}
Etymology: Latin glabr-, glaber smooth, bald
The next time you wish to say “bald head” in conversation, try “glabrous pate” instead. Your friends will appreciate the assonance.
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