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face lift

/ˈfeɪs lɪft/

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/ˈfeɪs lɪft/B2formalmedical
  • ruКосметическая хирургическая процедура для подтяжки и разглаживания кожи лица, уменьшения морщин и признаков старения; также используется метафорически для описания обновления или улучшения внешнего вида чего-либо.

A cosmetic surgical procedure to tighten and smooth the skin of the face, reducing wrinkles and signs of aging; also used metaphorically to describe a renovation or improvement to the appearance of something.

  1. Cosmetic surgeryB2formal

    A surgical procedure to tighten the skin of the face and reduce wrinkles, making the face look younger.

    ruПодтяжка лица

    • She decided to get a facelift to reduce signs of aging.
    • The surgeon performed a facelift on the patient.
    • Recovery from a facelift can take several weeks.
  2. Renovation or improvementB2informal

    A process of making something look newer or more attractive, often used for buildings or objects.

    ruОбновление или улучшение

    • The old building got a facelift with new paint and windows.
    • The company gave its website a facelift to attract more customers.
    • The park received a facelift with new benches and landscaping.