cellulite

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cel·lu·lite | \ ˈsel-yə-ˌlīt

, -ˌlēt

Definition of cellulite

: deposits of subcutaneous fat within fibrous connective tissue (as in the thighs, hips, and buttocks) that give a puckered and dimpled appearance to the skin surface

Examples of cellulite in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The other female workers follow suit, and soon the women are joyfully comparing stretch marks and cellulite while Carmen seethes. — Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 7 Sep. 2021 It can be used to reduce fat pockets and cellulite. — Angela Lei, Forbes, 2 June 2021 The completely noninvasive treatment works to reduce cellulite in just one session—and in just one hour. — Katie Intner, Harper's BAZAAR, 5 May 2021 This will exfoliate, unclog pores, reduce cellulite, improve blood circulation, and stimulate the lymphatic system while giving you softer and smoother skin. — Chris Hachey, BGR, 6 July 2021 That’s because cellulite, besides being pervasive and persistent, is also complicated. — Fiorella Valdesolo, WSJ, 2 July 2021 Proponents claim that whole-body cryotherapy can reduce inflammation, speed recovery from workouts, burn hundreds of calories, improve the appearance of cellulite, and even help with stress and anxiety. — Korin Miller, Health.com, 1 July 2021 The album-which includes a topless photo of Graham the end-also shows other women who have tagged Graham in their own photos showing stretch marks, cellulite, and more. — Maggie O'neill, Health.com, 21 June 2021 Best of all, perhaps, is the new NuEra Tight cellulite and fat-blasting treatment, of which there are only five in the world. — Lela London, Forbes, 7 June 2021

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“Cellulite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cellulite. Accessed 5 Dec. 2021.

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cellulite

noun

English Language Learners Definition of cellulite

: fat that is close to the surface of the skin and that makes the skin slightly bumpy

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cellulite

noun

cel·lu·lite | \ ˈsel-yə-ˌlīt

, -ˌlēt

Medical Definition of cellulite

: deposits of subcutaneous fat within fibrous connective tissue (as in the thighs, hips, and buttocks) that give a puckered and dimpled appearance to the skin surface