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Word

clit

Definition

n. a small, very sensitive part of the female body located above the opening of the vagina. It is a key part of sexual pleasure.

n. the clitoris; a small, highly sensitive erectile organ in female mammals, homologous to the penis. Shortened form; common in informal and sexual contexts.

Examples

“The clit is the most sensitive part of the female anatomy.”

“In many health education classes, the clit is discussed as a primary source of female sexual arousal.”

Examples

simple

“The clit is the most sensitive part of the female anatomy.”

contextual

“In many health education classes, the clit is discussed as a primary source of female sexual arousal.”

Usage

Informal and often considered vulgar; use 'clitoris' in medical or formal contexts.

Etymology

Shortened from clitoris.

Possibly from clight, clitch.

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

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