Meaning of the word tattoo in English

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tattoo

US /tætˈuː/

UK /təˈtuː/

Noun

a form of body modification where a design is made by inserting ink, dyes and/or pigments, either indelible or temporary, into the dermis layer of the skin to change the pigment.

Example:

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She got a beautiful floral tattoo on her arm.

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Many sailors have tattoos.

Synonym:

ink body art skin art

Verb

to mark (a person or a part of the body) with an indelible design by inserting pigment into punctures in the skin.

Example:

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He decided to tattoo a dragon on his back.

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The artist will tattoo the design onto your skin.

Synonym:

ink mark etch

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tattoo artist