genitals

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plural noun

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Plural noun use of genital

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British Dictionary definitions for genitals

genitals

genitalia (ˌdʒɛnɪˈteɪlɪə, -ˈteɪljə)

/ (ˈdʒɛnɪtəlz) /


pl n
  1. the sexual organs; the testicles and penis of a male or the labia, clitoris, and vagina of a female: Related adjective: venereal

Derived forms of genitals

  • genitalic (ˌdʒɛnɪˈtælɪk), adjective

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Scientific definitions for genitals

genitals

[ jĕnĭ-tlz ]


  1. The organs of reproduction in animals, especially the external sex organs.

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Cultural definitions for genitals

genitals

The organs involved in reproduction. (See reproductive systems.)

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