Meaning of female genital cutting | Babel Free

Definitions

Female genital mutilation.

uncountable

Examples

“Female genital cutting (FGC) is an ancient practice that affects girls and young women around the world, defining the identity of women in cultures where it is practised.”

“Tolerance may run out, however, when a violation breaches a sacred value, as when immigrants to Western countries practice female genital cutting, honor killings, or the sale of underage brides […].”

CEFR level