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beard

A beard is the hair that grows on the jaw, chin, upper lip, lower lip, cheeks, and neck of humans and some non-human animals. In humans, beards are most common among pubescent and adult males, though some women also develop them.

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A beard is facial hair that grows on the jaw, chin, lips, cheeks, and neck, and it typically appears in males after puberty, though some women can develop them too. Beards are a natural feature of human development and also appear in certain non-human animals.

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Anatomy.Name: Beard
Anatomy.Latin: barba
Anatomy.Image: File:Photography-wallpaper-facial-hair-man-beard-chin-moustache-human-elder-portrait-1453095.jpg
Anatomy.Caption: A bearded man

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Biology
Evolution
History
Ancient and classical world
Phoenicia
Israelites
Mesopotamia
Egypt
Greece
Macedon
Rome
The "philosopher's beard"
Celts and Germanic tribes
Middle Ages
From the Renaissance to the present day
In religion
Christianity
Eastern Christianity
Western Christianity
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Islam
Sunni
Shia
Judaism
Hinduism
Sikhism
Rastafari movement
Modern prohibition
Civilian prohibitions
Sports
Armed forces
Styles
Maintenance
In animals
See also
Notes
References
Further reading
External links

Attitudes toward beards have varied across history, shaped by cultural traditions and fashion trends. Several religions require or encourage the wearing of beards, and some societies have associated them with masculinity, virility, virtue, beauty, wisdom, strength, fertility, sexual prowess, and high social status. In contrast, in cultures where beards are uncommon or unfashionable, they may be linked with poor hygiene or eccentricity. Beards can also provide environmental benefits, including protection from cold weather and sun exposure.