body piercing

noun — 2 senses

body piercing

noun
1

The practice of making an opening in part of the flesh and attaching rings, small barbells or varios other decoration through it.

  • He finds body piercing to be a satisfying occupation.
2

An opening made in the flesh through the above practice.

  • I have a number of body piercings that would make a nun shiver.
Related terms
body jewelry, genital piercing, industrial piercing, surface piercing

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