liposuction

noun

li·​po·​suc·​tion ˈlī-pə-ˌsək-shən  ˈli- 

: surgical removal of local fat deposits (as in the thighs) especially for cosmetic purposes

Examples of liposuction in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The film, which depicts Trump getting liposuction, abusing amphetamines, running his casino into the ground and raping his first wife, Ivana, was simply too hot to handle. —Brent Lang, Variety, 17 Oct. 2024

Allegations of plastic surgery Stan’s Donald undergoes liposuction on his midsection and an operation on his scalp to stop balding in The Apprentice. —Eric Andersson, People.com, 11 Oct. 2024

One jaw-dropping sequence comes toward the end of the film, when Donald, now heavier and balding, goes under the knife for liposuction and scalp stapling. —Constance Grady, Vox, 7 Dec. 2018

Beyond its most shocking scenes, including visuals of Trump undergoing liposuction and scalp reduction surgery (both of which the former president has denied), some critics have taken issue with how the film attempts to empathize with two men whom many don't believe deserve empathy. —EW.com, 3 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1983, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

liposuction

noun

li·​po·​suc·​tion ˈlip-ə-ˌsək-shən  ˈlī-pə- 

: the surgical removal of fat from deposits beneath the skin (as of the thighs)

Etymology

from lipid "fat" and suction

Medical Definition

liposuction

noun

li·​po·​suc·​tion -ˌsək-shən 

: surgical removal of local fat deposits (as in the thighs) especially for cosmetic purposes by applying suction through a small tube inserted into the body

called also suction lipectomy

liposuction transitive verb