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" Confession is good for the soul only in the sense that a tweed coat is good for dandruff - it is a palliative rather than a remedy."
Peter De Vries

Meaning of "dandruff" in the English dictionary

DICTIONARY

ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD DANDRUFF

Dand-, of unknown origin + -ruff, probably from Middle English roufe scab, from Old Norse hrūfa.
Etymology is the study of the origin of words and their changes in structure and significance.

PRONUNCIATION OF DANDRUFF

ˈdændrəf


GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF DANDRUFF

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Dandruff is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES DANDRUFF MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Dandruff

Dandruff is the shedding of dead skin cells from the scalp. As skin cells die a small amount of flaking is normal; about 487,000 cells/cm2 get released normally after detergent treatment. Some people, however, experience an unusually large amount of flaking either chronically or as a result of certain triggers, up to 800,000 cells/cm2, which can also be accompanied by redness and irritation. Dandruff is a common scalp disorder affecting almost half of the population at the post-pubertal age and of any gender and ethnicity. It often causes itching. It has been well established that keratinocytes play a key role in the expression and generation of immunological reactions during dandruff formation. The severity of dandruff may fluctuate with season as it often worsens in winter. Most cases of dandruff can be easily treated with specialized shampoos. There is, however, no true cure. Those affected by dandruff find that it can cause social or self-esteem problems, indicating treatment for both psychological and physiological reasons.

Definition of dandruff in the English dictionary

The definition of dandruff in the dictionary is loose scales of dry dead skin shed from the scalp Also called : dandriff.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH DANDRUFF

daraf · Musharraf · paraph · seraph · teraph

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE DANDRUFF

dandified · dandifies · dandify · dandily · dandiprat · dandle · dandler · Dandolo · Dandong · dandriff · dandruff shampoo · dandruffy · dandy · dandy roll · dandy roller · dandy-brush · dandyfunk · dandyish · dandyishly · dandyism

WORDS THAT END LIKE DANDRUFF

antidandruff · bluff · buff · crossruff · cuff · duff · gruff · hot stuff · huff · kid stuff · kids´ stuff · muff · overruff · puff · ruff · scruff · stuff · sweet woodruff · up to snuff · woodruff

Synonyms and antonyms of dandruff in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «dandruff» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF DANDRUFF

Find out the translation of dandruff to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.

The translations of dandruff from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «dandruff» in English.
zh

Translator English - Chinese

头皮屑
1,325 millions of speakers
es

Translator English - Spanish

caspa
570 millions of speakers
en

English

dandruff
510 millions of speakers
hi

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रूसी
380 millions of speakers
ar

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قِشْرَةُ الرَّأْس
280 millions of speakers
ru

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перхоть
278 millions of speakers
pt

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caspa
270 millions of speakers
bn

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খুশকি
260 millions of speakers
fr

Translator English - French

pellicules
220 millions of speakers
ms

Translator English - Malay

Kelemumur
190 millions of speakers
de

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Schuppen
180 millions of speakers
ja

Translator English - Japanese

ふけ
130 millions of speakers
ko

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비듬
85 millions of speakers
jv

Translator English - Javanese

Dandruff
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

gàu bám da đầu
80 millions of speakers
ta

Translator English - Tamil

பொடுகு
75 millions of speakers
mr

Translator English - Marathi

डोक्यातील कोंडा
75 millions of speakers
tr

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kepek
70 millions of speakers
it

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forfora
65 millions of speakers
pl

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łupież
50 millions of speakers
uk

Translator English - Ukrainian

лупа
40 millions of speakers
ro

Translator English - Romanian

mătreață
30 millions of speakers
el

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πιτυρίδα
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

roos
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

mjäll
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

flass
5 millions of speakers

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about dandruff

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2 QUOTES WITH «DANDRUFF»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word dandruff.
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Robert Pattinson
I have so much residue crap in my hair from years and years of not washing it and not having any sense of personal hygiene whatsoever. Even today, I go into these things where I'm supposed to be this sexy guy or whatever, and I'm literally asking, 'If I get plumes of dandruff on me, can you just brush it off?'
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Peter De Vries
Confession is good for the soul only in the sense that a tweed coat is good for dandruff - it is a palliative rather than a remedy.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «DANDRUFF»

Discover the use of dandruff in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to dandruff and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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LIFE
If you are one of the twenty-five million people who suffer from dandruff, there can be no better news to you than this simple statement: That now quick relief, if not complete cure, is possible with Listerine Antiseptic. This humiliating disease ...
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LIFE
But you should know the following facts about dandruff. Those unsightly dandruff "snowflakes" on the shoulders of your suit may be more than just a nuisance and an embarrassment. Excessive dandruff reveals a strong possibility that you will ...
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Natural Treatments For Dandruff:
Introduction As anyone who has ever suffered from dandruff will tell you, it can be a big problem that non-sufferers often don't really understand. And what is not understood by the majority is that whilst the condition is not necessarily ...
Harrie Lewis, 2014
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Dandruff Relief through Natural Remedies
Some dandruff truths and misconceptions... Does dry skin cause dandruff? It is a very common belief that dry skin and dandruff go together, but in fact, nothing could be further from the truth. As suggested in the previous chapter, without sebum ...
Alejandro Dean, 2014
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NATURAL TREATMENT FOR DANDRUFF:
Dandruff is a problem that is familiar to many millions of people all over the world, with Procter & Gamble (who manufacture one of the best known commercially produced anti-dandruff shampoos) suggesting on their website that perhaps 60%  ...
‎2014
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How To Overcome Dandruff:
1. Dandruff-. An. Overview. Dandruff. is not a life-threatening problem, yet it often threatens your mental peace. Undoubtedly, you do not wish to be embarrassed by the white flaky dandruff powdered all over your shoulders. It is not surprising ...
Sylvia Sage
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Encyclopedia of Family Health
Questions and Answers My brother has bad dandruff. Can I catch it if I use his comb? Most cases of dandruff are simply an exaggeration of the normal scale- shedding mechanism of the skin. But some severe cases are caused by a yeast ...
David B. Jacoby, R. M. Youngson, 2004
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LIFE
ARE you troubled with dandruff? Itching, burning scalp? Lifeless ^or falling hair? If so, remember: Instead of merely treating the symptoms of dandruff, you can now attack the cause with Listerine Antiseptic. Instead of momentarily ridding scalp ...
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LIFE
Although dandruff isn't a serious disease, it can be very- embarrassing. Most people react negatively to the sight of dandruff. Ydu probably do when you notice it on others. But today, there's no reason for white flakes to spoil your appearance .
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Banking Reform
Although dandruff isn't a serious disease, it can be very embarrassing. Most people react negatively to the sight of dandruff. You probably do when you notice it on others. But today, there's no reason for white flakes to spoil your appearance .
Kenneth E. Scott, Barry R. Weingast

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «DANDRUFF»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term dandruff is used in the context of the following news items.
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3D Printed Life-size Cristiano Ronaldo Makes Debut In Tokyo, Japan
Also the pitchman for a Japanese “facial fitness” device, his own line of underwear, anti-dandruff remedies and a wide range of other necessary ... «3DPrint.com, Jul 15»
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Bare Naked Beauty : all natural products available on Manitoulin
I can personalize a recipe just for you, whether you have dry or oily hair, special needs such as dry scalp or dandruff. Your personal recipe will ... «Manitoulin Expositor, Jul 15»
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The AZ guide to hair jargon
It's especially good for moisturising the scalp and preventing dry skin or dandruff. This makes it suitable for even the most sensitive skin. «Independent Online, Jul 15»
4
Monsoon survival guide
Since the scalp gets flaky during monsoons, you can apply warm oil mixed with curry leaves to soothe an itchy scalp or dandruff. By Umnia ... «The Express Tribune, Jul 15»
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Trisha Illana Nayanthara Trailer: This sex comedy might be the next …
It will have you in splits with dialogues such as 'true love is like dandruff'! It is reported that the songs of Trisha Illana Nayanthara is already ... «India.com, Jul 15»
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Scratch-itch cycle must be treated
For example dandruff is a problem that is under-estimated. Therapeutic treatment is not as simple an issue as it would first appear, relapses are ... «Trinidad News, Jul 15»
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7 daily habits that needs to change. NOW!
"Flat and roller brushes are more different to clean and can cause chronic dandruff. If you've just completed any treatment for dermatitis or ... «Times of India, Jul 15»
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Counterfeit electronics: Another security threat from China
... object smaller than a flake of dandruff can compromise reliability within a single device. The counterfeiting process provides a stark contrast. «The Hill, Jul 15»
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California's rural poor hit hardest as massive drought makes …
“At first, we thought it was dandruff. After a doctor visit, they said it was arsenic.” Arsenic, natural or not, can be frightening. It has been linked to ... «Washington Post, Jul 15»
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Vintage Beauty Tips: Nectarine complexions and the 'dandruff germ'
As this preparation not only destroys the dandruff germ but is a truly marvellous hair-grower, it should be applied only where hair is desired. «Irish Times, Jun 15»
REFERENCE
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