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perineum

Pronunciation: /ˌpɛrɪˈniːəm/
Definition of perineum

noun (plural perinea)

Anatomy
  • the area between the anus and the scrotum or vulva.

Derivatives

perineal

adjective

Origin:

late Middle English: from late Latin, from Greek perinaion

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Definition of perineum in the US English dictionary

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