남성의 포경 수술을 하거나 종교적 의례로서 할례를 베풀다.
To cut off the foreskin of a male, typically for medical, religious, or cultural reasons.
예문:
"The parents consulted with a pediatrician before deciding whether to circumcise their newborn son."
"In some traditions, it is customary to circumcise male infants on the eighth day after birth."
문화적 관습의 일환으로 여성의 외부 성기 일부 또는 전부를 제거하다.
To remove part or all of the external genitalia of a female, often as a traditional cultural practice.
예문:
"Global health initiatives are striving to educate communities on the dangers of circumcising young girls."
"The law was enacted to strictly prohibit the practice of circumcising women for non-medical reasons."
영적으로 깨끗하게 하거나 마음의 부정함을 씻어내어 정결케 하다.
To purify or cleanse someone spiritually, especially by removing worldly or sinful desires.
예문:
"The scripture calls upon the faithful to circumcise their hearts rather than just following outward rituals."
"He sought to circumcise his mind from all selfish thoughts through meditation and prayer."