(as|) bald as an eagle
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used to describe someone who is totally bald
The idiom "bald as an eagle" draws a comparison between someone who is completely bald and the baldness of an eagle. Eagles are known for their distinctive bald heads, where their feathers do not grow. This comparison emphasizes the complete lack of hair on the person's head. It is used to describe someone who has little to no hair on their head, typically due to natural hair loss or shaving. This idiom is often used in a descriptive or observational manner and can be used both affectionately and humorously.
- John's been shaving his head for years.He's as bald as an eagle.
- Peter was losing hair rapidly.At his young age, he became bald as an eagle.