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(as) bald as a coot
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used to describe someone whose head is completely bald
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "bald as a coot" and when to use it?
This idiom originates from the observation of coots, which are birds known for featherless, pale, and bald-looking patches on their heads, which gives the impression of baldness. "Bald as a coot" is used to describe someone who is completely bald. It emphasizes the person's lack of hair.
Example
After trying various treatments and remedies for his thinning hair, Richard finally embraced his fate and now proudly embraces being as bald as a coot.
After trying various treatments and remedies for his thinning hair, Richard finally embraced his fate and now proudly embraces being as bald as a coot.
Now he has become bald as a coot, with a shiny scalp that catches the sunlight.
Example
After trying various treatments and remedies for his thinning hair, Richard finally embraced his fate and now proudly embraces being as bald as a coot.
After trying various treatments and remedies for his thinning hair, Richard finally embraced his fate and now proudly embraces being as bald as a coot.
Now he has become bald as a coot, with a shiny scalp that catches the sunlight.
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