Perineum
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌpɛ.ɹɪˈniː.əm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Perineum is a noun meaning (anatomy) The region between the genitalia and anus.
Meaning
(anatomy) The region between the genitalia and anus.
Example Sentences
The prostate is surrounded by venous plexi and the perineum has a rich blood supply.
The perineum is diamond shaped and stretches from the pubic symphysis to the coccyx.
He was attacked with complete retention of urine, after a debauch, and six weeks afterwards an abscess formed in the perineum, which eventually burst, leaving a fistulous opening, through which the urine continued to be discharged to the period of his admission into the Hospital.
Word Forms
- perineums
- perinea
- perinaeum
Synonyms for perineum
Depending on context, synonyms include aintcha, bonch, choad, geish, gooch, grundle.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include lacerated, perinaeum, periproct, retroperitoneum, aintcha, underneaths.
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