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单词 labret
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Definition of labret in English:

labret

noun ˈleɪbrɪt-brit
  • An object such as a small piece of shell, bone, or stone inserted into the lip as an ornament in some cultures.

    Example sentencesExamples
    • Internally threaded labrets are sold in 3 pieces: ball, post and removable pad.
    • While researching my MA thesis, I came across one burial whose mandible showed evidence of having worn two labrets during his lifetime.

Origin

Mid 19th century: diminutive of labrum.

 
 

Definition of labret in US English:

labret

noun-brit
  • An object such as a small piece of shell, bone, or stone inserted into the lip as an ornament in some cultures.

    Example sentencesExamples
    • While researching my MA thesis, I came across one burial whose mandible showed evidence of having worn two labrets during his lifetime.
    • Internally threaded labrets are sold in 3 pieces: ball, post and removable pad.

Origin

Mid 19th century: diminutive of labrum.

 
 
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