pileolus

pɪˈloʊləs

Definitions

1. noun

A small hat or cap, especially one worn by a monarch or bishop

“The monarch’s pileolus was adorned with precious gems.”

2. noun

A small, usually cylindrical, growth on the scalp, often a symptom of a fungal infection

“The doctor examined the patient’s scalp for signs of a pileolus.”

Synonyms

  • cap
  • hat

Antonyms

  • hairpiece
  • wig