noun
pubes
PYOO-beez
Pubes (noun) means informal term for pubic hair. Example: “He joked awkwardly about shaving his pubes before the swim meet.”
noun
1
Informal term for pubic hair.
"He joked awkwardly about shaving his pubes before the swim meet."
2
Informal term for the pubic region.
"The rash spread down toward his pubes."
How to use pubes
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA casual, slightly crude word for pubic hair or the pubic area.
When to use it
Informal and somewhat crude; avoid in formal or medical writing, where "pubic hair" is standard.
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Etymology
From Latin pubes ("hair that appears at puberty").
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Frequently asked questions
What does “pubes” mean?
The word “pubes” means informal term for pubic hair. In plain terms, a casual, slightly crude word for pubic hair or the pubic area.
How do you pronounce “pubes”?
“Pubes” is pronounced PYOO-beez (/ˈpjuːbiːz/ in IPA).
How do you use “pubes” in a sentence?
Here is “pubes” used in a sentence: “He joked awkwardly about shaving his pubes before the swim meet.”
What part of speech is “pubes”?
“Pubes” is a noun.
Where does the word “pubes” come from?
The word “pubes” comes from Latin. From Latin pubes ("hair that appears at puberty").
How many meanings does “pubes” have?
“Pubes” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: informal term for pubic hair.
