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tonsure

The correct spelling is tonsure.

How to pronounce tonsure

noun

IPA: /ˈtɒn.ʃə(ɹ)/

Say it like: Ton-zhe-r

The correct spelling is tonsure. A ritual shaving of this kind.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A ritual shaving of this kind.
  2. 2.The bald patch resulting from being tonsured.

verb

  1. 1.To shave the crown of the head as a sign of humility and religious vocation.

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