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perineum

 

[ หŒperษ™หˆnฤ“ษ™m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

anatomy region

The perineum is the area located between the genitals and the anus in both males and females. In humans, this region is significant as it contains various structures, including muscles, nerves, and blood vessels. The perineum plays a crucial role in urinary and reproductive functions. It can also be subject to injury during childbirth in women. Understanding the anatomy of the perineum is essential for medical professionals, particularly those specializing in urology and gynecology.

Synonyms

perineal area, perineal region

Examples of usage

  • During childbirth, the perineum may tear.
  • Pelvic floor exercises can strengthen the perineum.
  • Some surgeries may involve the perineum.
  • The perineum helps support pelvic organs.

Translations

Translations of the word "perineum" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น perรญneo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคฐเคฟเคจเคฟเคฏเคฎ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Damm

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ perineum

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะตั€ะธะฝะตัƒะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ krocze

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไผš้™ฐ (ใ‹ใ„ใ„ใ‚“)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท pรฉrinรฉe

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ perineo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท perine

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํšŒ์Œ๋ถ€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุนุฌุงู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ perineum

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ perineum

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไผš้˜ด (huรฌyฤซn)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ perineum

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ perineum

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟะตั€ะธะฝะตัƒะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒ”แƒ แƒ˜แƒœแƒ”แƒฃแƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ perineum

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ perineo

Etymology

The term 'perineum' originates from the Greek word 'perinaion', which means 'to put aside, to separate'. It evolved through Latin, retaining its anatomical significance. In ancient medical texts, the perineum was often discussed in relation to childbirth, surgical procedures, and anatomy. Over centuries, the understanding and terminology associated with the perineum have expanded, particularly with advances in medicine and surgery. Today, it is a term commonly used in both clinical and educational settings, reflecting the continued importance of this region in human health.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,832, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.