cellulite

noun

cel·​lu·​lite ˈsel-yə-ˌlīt  -ˌlēt 

: deposits of subcutaneous fat within fibrous connective tissue (as in the thighs, hips, and buttocks) that give a puckered and dimpled appearance to the skin surface

Examples of cellulite in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Other signs of losing collagen include the skin appearing thinner, the area around the eyes appearing more hollow, changes in the face shape such as narrow temples, more visible cellulite, brittle nails and hair, and even joint pain and muscle weakness. —Ana Morales, Vogue, 2 Apr. 2025

See a healthcare provider with questions about these or other cellulite treatment options. —Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 25 Mar. 2025

For this reason, bromelain is often used in the treatment of cellulite—although, again, there is limited research to support or prove its effectiveness. —Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 17 Mar. 2025

In just six sessions, the appearance of cellulite can be reduced by 50% and skin can appear 86% firmer. —Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 26 Feb. 2025

Word History

Etymology

French, literally, accumulation of subcutaneous fat, cellulitis, from cellule cell + -ite -itis

First Known Use

1968, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing cellulite

• anti-cellulite

Rhymes for cellulite

• acolyte
• aconite
• allanite
• alunite
• amberlite
• ammonite
• amorite
• amphitrite
• analyte
• anchorite
• andesite
• anhydrite

Medical Definition

cellulite

noun

cel·​lu·​lite ˈsel-yə-ˌlīt  -ˌlēt 

: deposits of subcutaneous fat within fibrous connective tissue (as in the thighs, hips, and buttocks) that give a puckered and dimpled appearance to the skin surface