ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Infibulation

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ɪnfɪbjʊˈleɪʃən/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Infibulation is a noun meaning An act of fastening.

Meaning

An act of fastening.

More Meanings

  1. The stitching together of the labia to prevent intercourse.

Example Sentences

When Janner wasn’t telling me about infibulation among the Tuareg or Shan propitiation ceremonies, he was sharing with me the fruits of his concerted observation of Reigate society.

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include fasciation, interfixation, fettering, strapping, ligation, ligature.

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