genitals

/'dʤenitlz/

Thân thiện

Definition

Noun (plural): The external organs of the reproductive system in humans and animals. This term refers specifically to the visible sex organs.

Usage

The word "genitals" is a plural noun used in formal, medical, and general contexts to refer to the external reproductive organs. It is typically used with plural verbs and pronouns. * It is important to use respectful and appropriate language when discussing this topic. * Common in clinical, biological, and legal discussions.

Examples

• The doctor explained the function of the genitals during the anatomy lesson.
• In many species, the genitals have distinct shapes for identification.
• The law requires medical procedures on the genitals to have informed consent.

Advanced Usage

• "Male/Female genitals": Used to specify the sex-associated organs.
  • The diagram clearly labeled the male and female genitals.
• In psychoanalytic theory (e.g., Freud), the "genital stage" is a phase of psychosexual development.

Variants and Related Words

• Genital (adjective): Pertaining to the genitals or reproduction.
  • Genital hygiene is important for health.
• Genitalia (noun, plural): A synonym for "genitals," often used in medical and zoological contexts.
• Pudenda (noun, plural): A formal term, often specifically for the external female genitals.

Synonyms

• Private parts
• Reproductive organs (external)
• Sex organs

Idioms and Fixed Phrases

• (To) expose one's genitals: A legal and descriptive phrase for an indecent act.
  • The individual was arrested for exposing his genitals in public.

Học thuật

Noun

1. external sex organ

Từ đồng nghĩa

• genitalia
• genital organ
• private parts
• privates
• crotch