English Explanatory Dictionary

liposuction

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A cosmetic surgery procedure in which excess fat is removed from a specific area by suction.
verb
  1. To remove by liposuction.

Pronunciation

/ˈlai.poʊˌsʌk.ʃn̩/ /ˈlɪ.poʊˌsʌk.ʃn̩/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-liposuction.wav

Word forms

liposuction liposuctions liposuctioning liposuctioned

Etymology

From lipo- + suction.

Synonyms

lipo lipoaspiration liposuck
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