adj
Uncommon
genital
JEH-nuh-tuhl
Genital (adj) means relating to the sex organs or to reproduction.
adj
1
Relating to the sex organs or to reproduction.
"The clinic treats genital infections."
"The textbook covers genital development during puberty."
noun
1
A sex organ.
"The injury affected a genital organ."
How to use genital
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo do with the sex organs or reproduction.
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Word forms
- Plural
- genitals, genitalia
Etymology
From Latin genitalis ("of birth or generation"), from gignere ("to beget").
Synonyms
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Rhymes for genital
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What is the meaning of genital?
"genital" (adj) means relating to the sex organs or to reproduction.
What is another word for genital?
Other words for "genital" include venereal, genitals, genitalia.
What are the different meanings of genital?
"genital" has 2 main meanings: 1. Relating to the sex organs or to reproduction; 2. A sex organ.
How do you use genital in a sentence?
Example: "The clinic treats genital infections."
