INGROWN Meaning and
Definition
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Ingrown is an adjective that describes a condition in which a part of the body, particularly hair or nail, grows or is trapped within the surrounding tissue. The term is commonly used to refer to an ingrown hair or an ingrown nail.
When hair becomes ingrown, it means that the hair shaft either curls back and enters the skin or grows sideways into the skin. This often occurs after shaving, waxing, or plucking hair, when the hair follicle becomes blocked. Ingrown hairs typically cause inflammation, redness, and may develop into small bumps or pustules. They commonly appear in areas with coarse or curly hair, such as the beard area in men, underarms, or the bikini line.
Similarly, an ingrown nail is a condition in which the edge or corner of a nail starts growing into the skin surrounding it. This usually occurs due to improper nail trimming or wearing tight-fitting shoes. Ingrown nails can cause pain, swelling, and tenderness, sometimes leading to infection.
It is crucial to address ingrown hairs or nails promptly to prevent complications such as infection or abscess formation. Treatment options may include gently exfoliating the affected area, warm compresses to reduce inflammation, and using sterile instruments to remove the ingrown hair or nail. In severe cases, medical intervention may be necessary to alleviate discomfort or resolve an infection.
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Etymology of INGROWN
The word "ingrown" is derived from the combination of the prefix "in-" (meaning "inside" or "within") and the past participle of the verb "grow". The term originated in the late 16th century and was initially used in horticulture to describe a plant that grows into its own tissue. Over time, the term's usage expanded to describe a condition in which hair, nail, or skin curls and grows back into the body instead of outward, leading to irritation or infection.
Similar spelling words for INGROWN
- einkorn,
- inger,
- Unicorn-uterus,
- ingrained,
- ungrown,
- Angourion,
- ingrain,
- Unicorn-root,
- Engrain,
- ungreen,
- Ankyrin,
- anagyrine,
- Anacreon,
- ungureanu,
- ingrowth,
- Anachron,
- wangerin,
- ankrin,
- Encrini,
- incur,
- in gear,
- wangrin,
- ingrian,
- encarna,
- ungern-sternberg,
- ingroup,
- Oenogaron,
- angrian,
- ancorina,
- ingrowing,
- anagyrin,
- Youngren,
- Uncrown,
- "Anacreon,
- ungern,
- inyokern,
- Incarn,
- Inkhorn,
- unicorn,
- inkhorn-term,
- engern,
- unicron.
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