Vulva: meaning, definitions and examples

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vulva

 

[ หˆvสŒlvษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

anatomy

The external part of the female genital organs, including the labia majora, labia minora, clitoris, and vaginal opening.

Synonyms

female genitalia, vagina

Examples of usage

  • The doctor examined the patient's vulva for any abnormalities.
  • It is important for women to understand the anatomy of their vulva.
  • She experienced discomfort in her vulva and decided to see a gynecologist.
Context #2 | Noun

biology

The external female sex organs collectively.

Synonyms

female genitalia, vagina

Examples of usage

  • The vulva plays a crucial role in reproduction.
  • In some species, the vulva is used as a distinguishing feature between males and females.

Translations

Translations of the word "vulva" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น vulva

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฏเฅ‹เคจเคฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Vulva

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ vulva

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒัƒะปัŒะฒะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ srom

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅค–้™ฐ้ƒจ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท vulve

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ vulva

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท vulva

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์Œ๋ฌธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูุฑุฌ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vulva

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vulva

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅค–้˜ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vulva

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ skรถp

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฒัƒะปัŒะฒะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ•แƒฃแƒšแƒ•แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vulva

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ vulva

Etymology

The word 'vulva' originated from Latin, where it meant 'wrapper' or 'covering.' In English, it has been used since the late 17th century to refer to the external female genital organs. The understanding and terminology related to the vulva have evolved over time, reflecting changing societal attitudes towards female sexuality and anatomy.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,105, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.