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dermabrasion

American  
[dur-muh-brey-zhuhn] / ˌdɜr məˈbreɪ ʒən /

noun

  1. the removal of acne scars, dermal nevi, or the like, by abrading.

dermabrasion British  
/ ˌdɜːməˈbreɪʒən /

noun

  1. a procedure in cosmetic surgery in which rough facial skin is removed by scrubbing

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Etymology

Origin of dermabrasion

First recorded in 1950–55; derm- + abrasion

Example Sentences

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At the very least, it means that, served alongside with Instagram ads for dermabrasion or cycling classes, I can soon expect to see smiling influencers with charcoal-stained teeth.

From Slate • Apr. 30, 2019

Answer Man checked with the folks at the Hirshhorn, who said that several statues in the Sculpture Garden received an impromptu dermabrasion.

From Washington Post • Dec. 8, 2018

But don’t worry: The book’s cutting assessment won’t cause him any more pain than a brisk, full-body dermabrasion.

From New York Times • Nov. 27, 2017

However, modern cosmetic procedures, such as dermabrasion, laser treatments, and filler injections have been invented as remedies for severe scarring.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

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