Word of the day November 19 - Tilted Forum Project Discussion Community

JadziaDax · 11-19-2003, 02:28 AM

The Word of the Day for November 19 is:

trichotillomania • \trih-kuh-tih-luh-MAY-nee-uh\ • (noun) an abnormal desire to pull out one's hair

A little more information about today’s word:
The word "trichotillomania" derives from the Greek "trich-" ("hair") and "tillein" ("to pull, pluck"), along with the suffix "-mania" (from "mainesthai," meaning "to be mad"). People suffering from trichotillomania will routinely pluck hair from the scalp, eyebrows, eyelashes or other parts of the body, usually impulsively but sometimes with careful deliberation (such as by using tweezers). Some researchers believe that it may be a form of obsessive-compulsive disorder. The word for this condition first appeared in English around the dawn of the 20th century (it's generally thought to have been first coined in French by a dermatologist named Francois Hallopeau). It has been only recently, however, that the condition has been given significant attention by medical researchers.

My sentence:
Randolph's affliction with trichotillomania left him with an unfortunate array of bald spots along the crown of his head.

Based on Merriam-Webster's Collegiate® Dictionary, 11th Edition.

Next sentence?

mrsandman · 11-19-2003, 05:28 AM

As the main magician, it may not be possible to pull off this trichotillomania helping hand from my beautiful assistant.

redravin40 · 11-19-2003, 06:57 AM

"Just because I don't have any eyebrows doesn't mean I have trichotillomania," protested Sheri.

torgone · 11-19-2003, 11:44 AM

I always enjoy Word Of The Day, but this one's going to be a little tough for me to work into everyday conversation.

spectre · 11-19-2003, 06:47 PM

One of the benefits of shaving your head is that you'll never have to worry about trichotillomania.

collide · 11-24-2003, 03:25 AM

Sometimes you've got to wonder if celebrities such as Whoopi Goldberg or Marilyn Manson have an affinity for trichotillomania.

11-19-2003, 02:28 AM	#1 (permalink)
JadziaDax Loser Location: who the fuck cares?	Word of the day November 19 The Word of the Day for November 19 is: trichotillomania • \trih-kuh-tih-luh-MAY-nee-uh\ • (noun) an abnormal desire to pull out one's hair A little more information about today’s word: The word "trichotillomania" derives from the Greek "trich-" ("hair") and "tillein" ("to pull, pluck"), along with the suffix "-mania" (from "mainesthai," meaning "to be mad"). People suffering from trichotillomania will routinely pluck hair from the scalp, eyebrows, eyelashes or other parts of the body, usually impulsively but sometimes with careful deliberation (such as by using tweezers). Some researchers believe that it may be a form of obsessive-compulsive disorder. The word for this condition first appeared in English around the dawn of the 20th century (it's generally thought to have been first coined in French by a dermatologist named Francois Hallopeau). It has been only recently, however, that the condition has been given significant attention by medical researchers. My sentence: Randolph's affliction with trichotillomania left him with an unfortunate array of bald spots along the crown of his head. Based on Merriam-Webster's Collegiate® Dictionary, 11th Edition. Next sentence?

11-19-2003, 05:28 AM	#2 (permalink)
mrsandman Addict Location: 3rd coast area	As the main magician, it may not be possible to pull off this trichotillomania helping hand from my beautiful assistant. __________________ Hail to ALL the troops and shadow warriors.

11-19-2003, 11:44 AM	#4 (permalink)
torgone What's beyond psycho? Location: Still out there	I always enjoy Word Of The Day, but this one's going to be a little tough for me to work into everyday conversation. __________________ "Outside of a dog, a book is man's best friend. Inside of a dog it's too dark to read." Groucho Marx

11-19-2003, 06:47 PM	#5 (permalink)
spectre Junkie	One of the benefits of shaving your head is that you'll never have to worry about trichotillomania. __________________ "Fuck these chains No goddamn slave I will be different" ~ Machine Head

11-24-2003, 03:25 AM	#6 (permalink)
collide Turn off your TV. Location: ... .- -. ..-. .-. .- -. -.-. .. ... -.-. --- --..-- -.-. .-	Sometimes you've got to wonder if celebrities such as Whoopi Goldberg or Marilyn Manson have an affinity for trichotillomania. __________________ "inhuman fiery goat worship" is an anagram for "information superhighway" -kingvolc

11-19-2003, 06:57 AM	#3 (permalink)
redravin40 Loser Location: With Jadzia	"Just because I don't have any eyebrows doesn't mean I have trichotillomania," protested Sheri.