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genital

adj.
C1 Advanced US //ˈdʒɛnətəɫ// UK //dʒˈɛnɪtəl// gen·i·tal Archaic

adj. relating to the external sex organs of a person or animal.

adj. relating to the external organs of reproduction. Often used in medical, legal, or biological contexts to describe anatomy or health conditions.


SIMPLE

The doctor checked for any genital infections during the exam.

CONTEXTUAL

The patient reported a persistent rash in the genital area and was prescribed a topical cream.

COMPLEX

Medical students must learn to identify various genital pathologies with clinical precision while maintaining a professional and respectful bedside manner during physical examinations.

Synonyms
Origin

From Middle English genital, from Latin genitalis (“of or belonging to generation”), from genitus, past participle of gignō (“to beget, generate”); see genus.

Usage

Typically used attributively before a noun (e.g., 'genital area', 'genital herpes').

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