Orifice
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɒɹɪfɪs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Orifice is a noun meaning A mouth or aperture, such as of a tube, pipe, etc.; an opening.
Meaning
A mouth or aperture, such as of a tube, pipe, etc.; an opening.
More Meanings
- One of the natural external openings of the human or animal body.
- (slang, derogatory) A stupid or objectionable person.
Example Sentences
the vagina and other orifices
“Peanuts aren't nuts, you orifice. They're legumes.”
the orifice of an artery or vein; the orifice of a wound; he entered the cave's gaping orifice
For example, cultures that scorn open orifices of all kinds despise uninfibulated female genitals too[…]
Word Forms
- orifices
Synonyms for orifice
Depending on context, synonyms include opening.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include opening, vent, outlet, aperture, mouth, diaphragm.
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