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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 notes

In plain EnglishTo do with the sex organs or reproduction.

Easily confused with

Word forms

genitals plural, genitalia plural

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Etymology

From Latin genitalis ("of birth or generation"), from gignere ("to beget").

Origin: Latin

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Frequently asked questions

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.

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."

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