Pubes

usgb/ˈpjuːbiːz/
noun

The hair that grows in the region of the sexual organs after puberty.

She decided to trim her pubes.
Visual representation of "pubes" - The hair that grows in the region of the sexual organs after puberty

Often appears as...

  • trim pubes
  • shave pubes
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Informality

The word 'pubes' is casual and may be inappropriate in formal settings such as at work or in academic papers.

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I wouldn't mention pubes during our presentation.
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Age Sensitivity

'Pubes' relates to puberty, a sensitive topic for young people and should be approached with discretion.

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At health class, they discussed the growth of pubes after puberty.
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Gender Neutrality

Remember, 'pubes' is a gender-neutral term; both men and women grow pubic hair.

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Both guys and girls might be interested in products to groom their pubes.
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