Entity: GLABROUS
GLABROUS refers to a surface that is smooth and devoid of hair or projections. The term originates from the Latin word 'glaber,' meaning smooth or bald, and is commonly used in botany and anatomy.
GLABROUS
Etymology
The term GLABROUS originates from the Latin word 'glaber,' meaning smooth or bald.
Definition
GLABROUS refers to a surface that is smooth and devoid of hair or projections. It is commonly used in both botany and anatomy to describe organic surfaces that are completely smooth and hairless.
Historical Context
In scientific English, GLABROUS usually refers to skin that never had hair, such as the palms of the hands.
Cultural Significance
The concept of GLABROUS surfaces has been significant in various fields, including botany and anatomy, where the absence of hair or projections can have specific implications.
Related Concepts
GLABROUS is related to terms such as smooth, bald, and hairless, all of which describe surfaces without hair or projections.
See Also
GLABROUS describes a surface that is completely smooth and hairless, often used in scientific English to refer to skin that never had hair.