Word of the Day: pilgarlic

pilgarlic (n)

A bald head; someone regarded with slight or mock pity.

"Belayed almost immediately by a ludicrous duo in arms (one long, lean, and hirsute, the other a short, stout pilgarlic), Darcy and Georgiana had only moments to concoct a story. The best they could do was throw the blanket across Fitzwilliam's face and innocently claim they were carrying off the dead for burial...."
--Linda Berdoll, Mr. Darcy Takes a Wife: Pride and Prejudice Continues

I saw a completely bald-headed, couture-clad woman walking on Fifth Avenue yesterday. Typically for New York City, no one seemed to take much notice. (I did, but I'm an enthusiastic people-watcher.) You have to wonder what the motivation is for a seemingly healthy young woman to shave her head. Men, who go bald naturally, often go to great lengths, and great expense, to avoid the chrome-dome look. And women spend huge amounts of time and money on their manes.

According to this, the best reason for a woman to shave her head is "to prove that she is beautiful." So, no more distracting locks taking attention away from a pretty face -- and no more hiding a plain one behind a gorgeous mop. It's brave and honest, I guess. But somehow I don't think the Rogaine company has anything to worry about.