Botox

Definitions

1. Alternative letter-case form of Botox.
   alt-of, uncountable
2. A toxic compound (generic name botulinum toxin type A) produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum, that causes the paralysis of muscles, used in cosmetic surgery to conceal wrinkles and for muscle spasm relief and headache prevention.

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Examples

“Eric Andre: You look⟳ phenomenal. What's your secret? Asa Akira: Botox. Eric Andre: Really? Asa Akira: Yeah. And I'm starving.”

“Meanwhile, a survey has found one in 25 Australians would rather spend⟳ their money on botox and liposuction than private school fees.”

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