face lifting

• Procedimento cirúrgico estético para esticar a pele do rosto e remover rugas, ou, em sentido figurado, uma renovação ou modernização de algo para melhorar sua aparência.

A cosmetic surgical procedure to tighten facial skin and remove wrinkles, or figuratively, a renovation or modernization of something to improve its appearance.

1. Cosmetic surgeryB2formal

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

   Ritidoplastia

   • She decided to get a face lift to reduce signs of aging.
   • The surgeon performed a successful face lift on the patient.
   • Many celebrities undergo face lifts to maintain their appearance.

2. Renovation or improvementB2informal

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

   Renovação ou melhoria

   • The old hotel received a complete face lift with new furniture and paint.
   • The company's brand got a face lift to appeal to younger customers.
   • The park underwent a face lift with new playground equipment and benches.