enlist the aid of science
- enlist the aid of science
to undergo cosmetic surgery
The scientist removes wrinkles, causes superfluous hair to vanish, implants it where it is scarce, etc.:
A few years ago when my hair began to recede I enlisted the aid of science. (I. Murdoch, 1978)
How not to say what you mean: A dictionary of euphemisms.
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