Clitoris meaning

klĭtər-ĭs, klĭ-tôrĭs, klītər-ĭs
clitorides clitorises
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A small, sensitive, erectile organ at the upper end of the vulva.
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The definition of a clitoris is a female sexual organ that is often compared to the male penis because of its sensitivity.

An example of a clitoris is a female sexual organ.

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A small erectile body situated at the anterior portion of the vulva and projecting between the branched extremities of the labia minora forming its prepuce and frenulum.
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A small erectile body situated at the anterior portion of the vulva and projecting between the branched extremities of the labia minora forming its prepuce and frenulum.
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A sensitive external organ of the reproductive system in female mammals and some other animals that is capable of becoming erect. It is located above or in front of the urethra.
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Origin of clitoris

  • New Latin clītoris from Greek kleitoris klei- in Indo-European roots

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

Clitoris Sentence Examples

  • In the female this tube lies between the vagina and clitoris; in the male the urethra travels through the penis and opens at the tip.

  • Vulva-The external genital organs of a woman, including the outer and inner lips, clitoris, and opening of the vagina.

  • Females most commonly masturbate by stroking or rubbing the vulva, especially the clitoris, with hands and fingers until orgasm is reached.

  • The labia minora are two folds of skin containing no fat, which are usually hidden by the labia majora and above enclose the clitoris, they are of a pinkish colour and look like mucous membrane.

  • Let's imagine the scene - " Oh my god, this girl has an enlarged clitoris!

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