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Definition of lipo
lipo
/ˈlaɪ.poʊ/
li · po
Plural:lipos
lipo Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
8
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
2
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• noun
1
An informal shortening of liposuction, a cosmetic surgical procedure in which excess fat is removed from a specific area of the body by suction.
Example
"She consulted a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss the risks and recovery time associated with getting lipo."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Coined in the late 20th century as an informal clipping of 'liposuction', ultimately from Ancient Greek 'lipos' (animal fat).
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Lipo. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/lipo