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pubes

Syllabification: (pu·bes)
Definition of pubes

noun

  • 1 /ˈpyo͞obēz, pyo͞obz/ (plural same) the lower part of the abdomen at the front of the pelvis, covered with hair from puberty.
  • 2 /ˈpyo͞obēz/plural form of pubis.

Origin:

late 16th century: from Latin, 'pubic hair, groin, genitals'

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Definition of pubes in the British & World English dictionary