What is another word for hairy tongue?
Pronunciation: [hˈe͡əɹi tˈʌŋ] (IPA) 
Hairy tongue is a condition wherein the tongue appears furry or coated due to the overgrowth of papillae on the tongue surface. There are several synonyms for hairy tongue, and some of them are black hairy tongue, lingua villosa nigra, and coated tongue. Black hairy tongue refers to the dark, discolored growth of the papillae, while lingua villosa is a medical term for the hairy tongue. Coated tongue, on the other hand, is a general term that describes any form of tongue coating, whether it's white, yellow, or brown. While hairy tongue is a harmless condition that typically resolves on its own, it can be caused by poor oral hygiene, certain medications, tobacco use, and other underlying medical conditions.
