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===Male infibulation===
Male infibulation is done by twice piercing the [[foreskin]] and then placing a clasp through the two piercings to prevent retraction of the foreskin. The clasp may be a small padlock. The intent is to prevent [[masturbation]] and sexual intercourse.<ref name="peete2012">{{REFweb |url=https://www.thehealthboard.com/what-is-infibulation.htm |archived= |title=What is Infibulation? |trans-title= |language= |last=Peete |first=C |author-link= |publisher=Health Boards |website= |date=2012-02-29 |accessdate=2021-11-23 |format= |quote=}}</ref>
In ancient times, infibulation was thought to protect the quality of onea young singer's voice.<ref name="peete2012" />
===Female infibulation===