Epilation
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɛpɪˈleɪʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Epilation is a noun meaning (strictly) The removal of hair from the skin in such a way that removes or destroys the root.
Meaning
(strictly) The removal of hair from the skin in such a way that removes or destroys the root.
More Meanings
- The removal of hair from the skin via the use of an epilator.
Example Sentences
These [boys being groomed as prostitutes] are sold by their parents (sometimes stolen from them), about the age of 4, and educated, while they are also subjected to a special physical training, which includes massage of the gluteal regions to favor development, dilatation of the anus, and epilation (which is not, however, practised by Chinese women).
Word Forms
- epilations
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include unhairing, depilation, exfoliation, excortication, unsheathing, effoliation.
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