Meaning & use
scarification
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The process of making small cuts or scratches in the skin, either for medical purposes or as a form of body art.
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Some cultures practice scarification as a rite of passage.
The dermatologist explained how scarification could occur after severe acne.
A note on using this word
Has a very different second meaning in gardening, where it refers to weakening a seed's outer coat to help it sprout.
Another way to use it
2. noun
A technique used to break or weaken a seed's hard outer coating to help it germinate.
Gardeners use scarification on tough seeds like morning glory before planting.
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