epilation
/,epi'leiʃn/
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Definition
- Noun:
- The act of removing hair: The process or action of taking hair off from a surface, such as skin.
- The condition of hair loss: The state or result of having hair removed.
Usage
- As a noun (process): "Epilation" refers to the method or procedure itself.
- Laser epilation is a popular method for long-term hair removal.
- As a noun (result): "Epilation" describes the outcome or state after hair is removed.
- The epilation was complete, leaving the skin smooth.
Examples
- The salon specializes in various techniques of epilation.
- After the waxing session, the epilation was evident on her legs.
- Medical epilation is sometimes necessary before certain surgeries.
Advanced Usage
- "Electrolysis epilation": A permanent method of hair removal that uses electric current to destroy the hair follicle.
- She opted for electrolysis epilation for a permanent solution.
- "Post-epilation care": Refers to the treatment or precautions taken after a hair removal procedure.
- Proper post-epilation care can prevent skin irritation.
Variants and Related Words
- Epilate (verb): To remove hair from.
- She uses a device to epilate her arms.
- Epilator (noun): A device used for removing hair.
- An electric epilator can be used at home.
- Depilation (noun): Often used similarly, but can specifically mean removing the hair shaft above the skin's surface.
- Shaving is a form of depilation, not permanent epilation.
Synonyms
- Hair removal: The general act of taking hair off.
- Deplumation: A less common term for the removal of hair or feathers.
Notes on Meaning
- The term "epilation" is most commonly used in cosmetic, dermatological, or grooming contexts. It implies a deliberate, often complete, removal of hair, unlike natural shedding. The two core meanings—the and the —are intrinsically linked.
Noun
- the act of removing hair (as from an animal skin)
- loss of hair; the result of removing hair