dermabrasion en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈdɜːməˌbɹeɪʃən/ (UK)
Etymology
From derm- + abrasion.
Meanings
- (countable, uncountable) A cosmetic medical procedure in which the surface of the epidermis of the skin is removed by abrasion, typically to remove scarring or sun-damaged skin.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| dermoabrasion | alternative | lexicographic | |
| dermabrasions | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Deriveds
microdermabrasion · postdermabrasion