Meaning of the word "body shaming" in English

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body shaming

US /ˈbɑːd.i ˌʃeɪm.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈbɑːd.i ˌʃeɪm.ɪŋ/
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Noun

1.

the practice of making critical, mocking, or negative comments about a person's body shape or size.

Example:
Body shaming can have serious negative impacts on a person's mental health.
She spoke out against body shaming in the fashion industry.
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