Definition

A type of surgery that involves repairing or changing the eyelids, often to remove excess skin or fat.

Example

After her blepharoplasty, she felt more confident about her appearance.

Conversation

Have you heard about blepharoplasty?

Yeah, isn't that the surgery for eyelids?

Exactly! I read that it can really help with puffiness.

That makes sense; I've seen some amazing results from it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Blepharoplasty → It is formed from "blepharon" (from Greek "βλέφαρον", meaning eyelid) and "plastos" (from Greek "πλαστός", meaning molded or formed). The word refers to the surgical procedure of molding or forming the eyelid.

Memory Tip

Think of 'eyelid' ('blepharon') being 'molded' or 'formed' ('plastos') — that's what blepharoplasty means.

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