Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

circumcision

noun

/ˌsɜːrkəmˈsɪʒən/

Definition

The surgical removal of the foreskin from the penis.

Examples

The circumcision procedure is often carried out in a hospital.
In some cultures, circumcision is a rite of passage for boys.
Many parents choose circumcision for their newborn sons for personal or religious reasons.

Meaning

Circumcision is a procedure commonly performed on newborn males or may be done later in life. It has various cultural, religious, and medical reasons.