cosmetic (redirected from cosmetic operations)

cosmetic /cos·met·ic/ (koz-met´ik)

1. pertaining to cosmesis.

2. a beautifying substance or preparation.

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cos·met·ic (kz-mtk)

n.

A preparation, such as powder or a skin cream, designed to beautify the body by direct application.

adj.

1. Serving to beautify the body, especially the face and hair.

2. Serving to modify or improve the appearance of a physical feature, defect, or irregularity.

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cosmetic

1. beautifying; tending to preserve, restore, or confer comeliness.

2. a beautifying substance or preparation.

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cosmetic operations

see cosmetic surgery (below).

cosmetic shell

an artificial device, molded in the shape of a phthisic globe, and permanently placed over that globe to produce an improved appearance.

cosmetic surgery

surgery carried out purely to enhance the appearance of the animal. When it is for the purpose of enhancing or disguising its appearance in the show ring, this is considered unethical. The animal is not in a position to judge or to express an opinion and the question of beauty is adjudicated by the owner. Because animal fashions have sometimes tended to the bizarre there has been a marked turn in public opinion against cosmetic operations which are seen by some as unwarranted mutilations.