Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tongue-piercing
noun
/tʌŋ ˈpɪərsɪŋ/
Definition
A tongue-piercing is a body modification procedure that involves creating a hole in the tongue for wearing jewelry.
Examples
- After getting a tongue-piercing, she had to be careful with solid foods.
- His tongue-piercing caught everyone’s attention during the party.
- Many people opt for tongue-piercings to express their individuality.
Meaning
The practice of piercing the tongue to insert decorative studs or rings as a form of body art or self-expression.
Synonyms
- Oral piercing
- Tongue stud
- Tongue ring
