English word trichomaniac comes from English maniac, English tricho- (Forming words related to hair.)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| maniac | English (eng) | A fanatic, a person with an obsession.. An insane person, especially one who suffers from a mania. |
| tricho- | English (eng) | Forming words related to hair. |
| trichomaniac | English (eng) | One with a mania or passion for hair. |