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Translate files Circumcision
/ˌsɜːrkəmˈsɪʒən/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The surgical removal of the foreskin from the penis.
Circumcision is a common practice in many cultures and religions.
The act of circumcising; the process of performing circumcision.
The circumcision was performed by a qualified physician under sterile conditions.
A religious rite or practice involving the circumcision of males, especially among Jewish and some Muslim communities.
The boy's circumcision was celebrated with a family gathering and traditional ceremonies.
Etymology
From Old French 'cercomeccion', from Latin 'circumcisio', from 'circumcidere' meaning 'to cut around'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Brit Milah
A Jewish ceremony that symbolizes the covenant between God and Abraham, with circumcision as a key element.
Circumcision Debate
Discussions surrounding the ethics and implications of circumcision practices.
Cultural Ritual
Refers to circumcision as a significant practice in various cultures.
Related Words
foreskin
The fold of skin that covers the glans of the penis.
prepucio
The Spanish term for foreskin.
bris
A Jewish term for the circumcision ritual.
Slang Meanings
Snip
He referred to the procedure as a 'snip' among friends.
Cut
Some guys jokingly say they got 'the cut' to refer to it.