Circumcision

Synonyms of circumcision

• foreskin removal
• genital cutting
• male genital mutilation

Antonyms of circumcision

• foreskin preservation
• foreskin restoration
• uncircumcision

Collocations of circumcision

male circumcision

Frequency: 80 %

Male circumcision is a common practice in many cultures.

female circumcision

Frequency: 70 %

Female circumcision is a controversial and harmful practice.

medical circumcision

Frequency: 65 %

Medical circumcision may be recommended for certain health reasons.

ritual circumcision

Frequency: 60 %

Ritual circumcision is often performed as a religious or cultural tradition.

traditional circumcision

Frequency: 50 %

Traditional circumcision ceremonies are still practiced in some communities.

Idiomatic Expressions for circumcision

• Phrase: nip it in the bud
  Meaning: to stop something at an early stage before it becomes a bigger problem
  Usage: It's important to nip relationship issues in the bud before they escalate, like performing a circumcision to prevent infections.