Synonyms

cosmetic surgery

American

noun

plastic surgery for improving a person's appearance by restoration of damaged areas of skin, removal of wrinkles or blemishes, etc.

cosmetic surgery British

noun

surgery performed to improve the appearance, rather than for medical reasons

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Etymology

Origin of cosmetic surgery

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

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Despite warnings about the risks associated with having cosmetic surgery in Turkey it has become increasingly popular to do so, mainly due to lower prices.

From BBC

Would I be financially reckless to spend $20K on cosmetic surgery?

From MarketWatch

But Mr Soldin says body contouring is largely seen as cosmetic surgery and a low priority for NHS managers who must decide how to use limited government funding.

From BBC

If that comes in the shape of cosmetic surgery - so be it.

From BBC

When it comes to cosmetic surgery abroad, the lowest price can come at the highest cost, the campaign warns.

From BBC

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