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liposuction

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Noun — A cosmetic surgery procedure that removes excess fat from under the skin using suction.

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suction lipectomy

How to use liposuction

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have liposuction liposuction procedure

Etymology

From Greek lipos ("fat") plus suction.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “liposuction” mean?

The word “liposuction” means a cosmetic surgery procedure that removes excess fat from under the skin using suction. In plain terms, a surgery that suctions out excess body fat.

How do you pronounce “liposuction”?

“Liposuction” is pronounced LAEE-poh-suhk-shn (/ˈlai.poʊˌsʌk.ʃn̩/ in IPA).

How do you use “liposuction” in a sentence?

Here is “liposuction” used in a sentence: “She had liposuction on her thighs after months of dieting.”

What part of speech is “liposuction”?

“Liposuction” is a noun.

Where does the word “liposuction” come from?

The word “liposuction” comes from Greek. From Greek lipos ("fat") plus suction.

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