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pudendum

 

[ pjสŠหˆdษ›ndษ™m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

anatomy, biology

The term 'pudendum' refers to the external genital organs, particularly in females. It is derived from the Latin word 'pudenda,' which means 'things to be ashamed of.' Typically, it encompasses the vulva, including the labia, clitoris, and other structures. The pudendum is often discussed in anatomical and medical contexts, emphasizing its role in reproductive and sexual health.

Synonyms

external genitalia, genitals, private parts

Examples of usage

  • The pudendum is sensitive and plays a crucial role in sexual pleasure.
  • Physicians examine the pudendum for any signs of infection.
  • The anatomy of the pudendum is often taught in medical school.

Translations

Translations of the word "pudendum" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pudendo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเคจเคจเคพเค‚เค—

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Genitalbereich

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ alat kelamin

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณะตะฝั–ั‚ะฐะปั–ั—

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pudendum

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้™ฐ้ƒจ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท partie gรฉnitale

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ genital

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท cinsel organ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์„ฑ๊ธฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุฃุนุถุงุก ุงู„ุชู†ุงุณู„ูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ genitรกl

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ genitรกl

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็”Ÿๆฎ–ๅ™จ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ genitalije

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kynfรฆri

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถั‹ะฝั‹ั ะผาฏัˆะตะปะตั€ั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒ”แƒœแƒ˜แƒขแƒแƒšแƒ˜แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ cinsiyyษ™t orqanฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ genital

Word origin

The word 'pudendum' originates from the Latin term 'pudendum,' which means 'the part to be ashamed of.' The root 'pudere' translates to 'to be ashamed' in Latin. The use of this term dates back to the early medical texts and anatomical studies, where it was used to describe the external sexual organs in a clinical manner. Over the centuries, the word has retained its medical connotation but is less frequently used in everyday language, reflecting societal changes in the discussion of sexuality and anatomy. Its historical context highlights the cultural attitudes towards the human body and sexuality, particularly in relation to modesty and propriety.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,455, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.