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liposuction

nounverb

Pronunciation

UK

  • /lˌɪpəsˈʌkʃən/

US

  • /ˈlaɪpoʊˌsəkʃən/
  • /ˈlɪpoʊˌsəkʃən/

Description

This is not a weight-loss method. It is a kind of cosmetic surgery used to shape the body by removing small areas of fat that stay even after diet and exercise. Doctors usually do it on places like the stomach, hips, thighs, or arms. People often choose it when they are already near a steady weight but want to improve a certain body shape. It can change appearance, but it is still surgery, so it has risks and is not a quick fix.

Examples

  1. 1

    Cosmetic decision

    She is thinking about having liposuction on her stomach.

  2. 2

    Recovery

    Recovery from liposuction can take a few weeks.

  3. 3

    Surgical limits

    The surgeon explained that liposuction would remove fat but would not tighten loose skin.

Forms and spellings

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Main spelling

  • liposuctionnounverb

Forms

  • liposuctionedpast tenseverbnoun
  • liposuctioning-ing formverbnoun
  • liposuctionspluralnounverb