pilar

[ pahy-ler ]

adjective

1. of, relating to, or covered with hair.

Word History and Origins

Origin of pilar¹

First recorded in 1855–60, pilar is from the New Latin word pilāris of hair. See pile ³, -ar ¹

Example Sentences

“You have a pilar cyst,” he said and then showed me numerous pictures on his screen.

From Washington Post

“They are often defined based on their location, for example, pilar cysts often form on the scalp,” he told the outlet.

From Fox News

Lee explains that the growths are called pilar cysts, which occur in less than 10 percent of the population, but are the most common cysts that affect the scalp.

From Fox News

According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information, pilar cysts typically present as flesh-colored growths, and it’s not unusual for a patient to have inherited the condition.

From Fox News

Lee told Lisa that she wasn’t “exactly sure” what it is, but suspects a pilar cyst that’s grown out of control based on her family history.

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