liposuction
word
Definition
A cosmetic medical procedure in which fat is removed from specific areas of the body using suction.
Usage & Nuances
'Liposuction' is a formal, medical term usually used in healthcare or beauty contexts. It refers only to the cosmetic removal of fat, not weight-loss surgery like bariatric surgery. Often paired with words like 'have', 'undergo', or 'procedure'.
Spanish: liposucciónPortuguese (BR): lipoaspiraçãoPortuguese (PT): lipoaspiraçãoChinese (Simplified): 抽脂Chinese (Traditional): 抽脂Hindi: लिपोसक्शनArabic: شفط الدهون
Example Sentences
She decided to have liposuction on her stomach.
basic
Liposuction is a type of cosmetic surgery.
basic
Doctors remove fat from the body by liposuction.
basic
After her liposuction, she felt more confident wearing swimsuits.
natural
Not everyone is a good candidate for liposuction; it depends on your health.
natural
He had liposuction on his chin because he didn’t like his double chin.
natural