follicle Synonyms
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follicle Meaning
follicle (n)
any small spherical group of cells containing a cavity
follicle (n.)
A simple podlike pericarp which contains several seeds and opens along the inner or ventral suture, as in the peony, larkspur and milkweed.
A small cavity, tubular depression, or sac; as, a hair follicle.
A simple gland or glandular cavity; a crypt.
A small mass of adenoid tissue; as, a lymphatic follicle.
follicle Sentence Examples
- The follicle around the base of the hair shaft provides nourishment.
- The follicles in the scalp are responsible for hair growth.
- Clogged hair follicles can lead to acne.
- Laser hair removal targets the follicles to prevent hair growth.
- Follicles on the face are often treated for ingrown hairs.
- Certain medications can cause side effects such as hair follicle damage.
- The density of hair follicles per square centimeter determines the thickness of hair.
- Folliculitis is an inflammation of the hair follicles.
- Hair follicles are involved in the regulation of body temperature.
- Follicle-stimulating hormone stimulates the development of follicles in the ovaries.
FAQs About the word follicle
any small spherical group of cells containing a cavityA simple podlike pericarp which contains several seeds and opens along the inner or ventral suture, as in
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The follicle around the base of the hair shaft provides nourishment.
The follicles in the scalp are responsible for hair growth.
Clogged hair follicles can lead to acne.
Laser hair removal targets the follicles to prevent hair growth.
