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Definition of cellulite

cellulite

/ˈsɛl.jə.laɪt/
cel · lu · lite
Adjective:cellulitic
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cellulite Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

Deposits of subcutaneous fat that push against connective tissue, causing a dimpled or lumpy appearance of the skin, especially on the thighs, hips, and buttocks.

Example

"Many cosmetic lotions claim to reduce the appearance of cellulite, though dermatologists note that it is a completely normal physiological feature."

Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'cellulite' (harmless dimpled subcutaneous fat) with 'cellulitis' (a serious, potentially life-threatening bacterial skin infection).

• Rhymes for cellulite

• Nearby Words

cellophane
cellphone
cellular
cellulite
celluloid
celosia
celotex

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the 20th century from French 'cellulite', formed from 'cellule' (from Latin 'cellula', meaning "small cell") and the medical suffix '-ite' (equivalent to '-itis', originally reflecting an erroneous belief that the condition involved tissue inflammation).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cellulite. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cellulite
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