Erectile: meaning, definitions and examples

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erectile

 

[ ษชหˆrษ›ktaษชl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

medical condition

Erectile refers to the ability to achieve or maintain an erection. This term is often used in the context of male sexual health and can relate to various physical or psychological issues affecting performance.

Synonyms

standing, upright

Examples of usage

  • He was diagnosed with erectile dysfunction at a young age.
  • Doctors often prescribe medications to treat erectile issues.
  • Understanding erectile health is important for overall well-being.

Translations

Translations of the word "erectile" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น erectil

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‰เคคเฅเคชเฅเคฐเฅ‡เคฐเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช erektil

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ erektil

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะตั€ะตะบั‚ะธะปัŒะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ erekcyjny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ‹ƒ่ตทใฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท รฉrectile

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ erectil

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท erektil

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐœ๊ธฐํ•˜๋Š”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู†ุชุตุงุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ erektilnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ erektilnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‹ƒ่ตท็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ erektilen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ steypandi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚าฑั€ั‹ะฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ›แƒแƒฆแƒšแƒ”แƒ‘แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ erektal

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ erectil

Etymology

The term 'erectile' has its roots in the Latin word 'erectus', which means 'upright' or 'raised'. The prefix 'ere-' relates to 'raise', while the suffix '-ile' indicates a capacity or capability. The word began to appear in medical literature in the 20th century, becoming particularly significant with advancements in understanding male reproductive health. Its usage has increased in relation to various treatments and discussions surrounding erectile dysfunction, especially as societal attitudes toward men's health issues have evolved.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,604, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.