pudendum

noun

pu·den·dum pyu̇-ˈden-dəm

plural pudenda pyu̇-ˈden-də

: the external genital organs of a human being and especially of a woman

—usually used in plural

pudendal

pyu̇-ˈden-dᵊl

adjective

Etymology

New Latin, singular of Latin pudenda, from neuter plural of pudendus, gerundive of pudēre to be ashamed

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of pudendum was in the 14th century

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“Pudendum.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pudendum. Accessed 4 Dec. 2024.

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pudendum

noun

pu·den·dum pyu̇-ˈden-dəm

plural pudenda -də

: the external genital organs of a human

especially : the external genitalia of a woman : vulva

—usually used in plural

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