Penis: meaning, definitions and examples

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penis

 

[ หˆpiห.nษชs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

human anatomy

The penis is the male reproductive organ that also serves as a conduit for urine to leave the body. It consists of erectile tissue, blood vessels, and nerves. In humans, the penis is typically cylindrical and varies in size and shape among individuals.

Synonyms

male organ, manhood, phallus

Examples of usage

  • The penis is involved in sexual intercourse.
  • During puberty, the penis undergoes significant growth.
  • Some animals have a significantly different structure of the penis.

Translations

Translations of the word "penis" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pรชnis

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฒเคฟเค‚เค—

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Penis

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ penis

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะตะฝั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ penis

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒšใƒ‹ใ‚น

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท pรฉnis

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ pene

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท penis

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์Œ๊ฒฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‚ุถูŠุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ penis

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ penis

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้˜ด่ŒŽ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ penis

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ typpi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟะตะฝะธั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒ”แƒœแƒ˜แƒกแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ penis

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ pene

Etymology

The term 'penis' comes from the Latin 'penis', which means 'tail'. This Latin word has historical roots in Proto-Indo-European (PIE) with the reconstructed root *penis, which also refers to a tail or an appendage. The word has been used in various contexts across different cultures to describe male genitalia. In ancient Roman culture, the penis was often subject to various interpretations and symbolisms, ranging from fertility to virility. Throughout history, the representation of the penis has taken various forms in art and literature, reflecting societal attitudes towards masculinity and sexuality. By the Renaissance, the term and its representations became more anatomically focused, leading to its current scientific usage. Over time, the understanding of the penis has evolved significantly, particularly in the context of reproductive health, sexual education, and discussions on gender identity.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,407, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.