infibulation

Example:The rite of infibulation was performed to honor their goddess and mark girls as marriageable.

Definition:A traditional ceremony or series of actions performed in a set order; in this context, it refers to the cultural practice of infibulation.

Example:The tribe practiced infibulation as a custom that had been passed down for generations.

Definition:To perform or carry out, in this context, the practice refers to the act of performing infibulational surgery on young girls.

Example:NGOs are working to end the practice of infibulation by educating communities on its dangers.

Definition:An organization or group; not directly related to infibulation, but can be used in a sentence involving infibulation education programs.