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clitoridectomy: excision of the clitoris
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| female circumcision |
a general term encompassing both the excision of a portion of the external female genitalia (see Sunna c. and pharaonic c.) and infibulation (qv). Although it is associated with severe health risks and has been declared illegal in many places, it is widely practiced in a number of cultures, particularly in Africa.
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| female circumcision |
Female circumcision (including excision) loosely refers to a number of procedures performed on the female genitalia and which are generally of a cultural, rather than medical nature. Although occasionally practiced by some doctors in the United States until the 1970's, in recent years it is only common in parts of Africa and by minority groups in some countries of the Middle East. ...
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| female circumcision |
The removal of part of a female's external genitalia (reproductive organs), usually the clitoris. Also called female genital mutilation.
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| female circumcision |
The surgical removal of the clitoris and all or part of the labia. Also known as clitoridectomy.
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