Pudenda

usgb/pjuːˈdendə/
noun

The external sexual organs of a person.

The doctor had to examine her pudenda during the checkup
Visual representation of "pudenda" - The external sexual organs of a person

Often appears as...

  • examine the pudenda
  • pudenda region

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Formal

Technical

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Medical Usage

Used in medical or clinical contexts to describe genital anatomy without being vulgar.

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The surgeon discussed the procedure involving the patient's pudenda.
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Technical Vocabulary

It's a technical term; avoid in casual conversation to prevent misunderstanding.

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The medical student learned about the functions of the pudenda.
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Polite Term

Considered a polite and less direct way to refer to the sexual organs in professional settings.

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The health class covered diseases affecting the pudenda.
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