HAIRY TONGUES
\hˈe͡əɹi tˈʌŋz], \hˈeəɹi tˈʌŋz], \h_ˈeə_ɹ_i t_ˈʌ_ŋ_z]\
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A benign condition of the tongue characterized by hypertrophy of the filiform papillae that give the dorsum of the tongue a furry appearance. The color of the elongated papillae varies from yellowish white to brown or black, depending upon staining by substances such as tobacco, food, or drugs. (Dorland, 27th ed)
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