scarification
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Densely dotted patterns, reminiscent of Australian Aboriginal art, refer to scarification, the traditional African practice of cutting permanent adornments into human skin.
From Washington Post • Dec. 2, 2022
They were dressed in Ethiopian uniforms, she said, but spoke with an Eritrean accent and had traditional facial scarification typical of the neighbouring country.
From Reuters • Apr. 15, 2021
The spikes and lines covering their bodies suggest ritual scarification.
From New York Times • Mar. 10, 2021
A gallery handout also connects the dots to Australian aboriginal art and African scarification patterns.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 30, 2018
When he considered interference necessary, however, he did not hesitate even to apply drastic measures, such as scarification, cupping and bleeding.
From Outlines of Greek and Roman Medicine by Elliott, James Sands
