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tonsure

noun

/ˈtɒnʃər/

Meaning

the practice of shaving or cutting the hair on the scalp, especially in a religious context

The monk received his tonsure as part of his religious initiation.

shaving, haircut, clipping, trimming

growth, long hair

monk's tonsure, religious tonsure, ritual tonsure

a deity; a supreme being believed to control the universe

an idea or plan put forward for consideration or action

the quality or state of being physically strong; the capacity to withstand force or pressure

an instrument that records changes in atmospheric pressure

A decorative object that adds beauty to something.

The ability to make good judgments and quick decisions; keen insight.