noun

vulva

VUHL-vuh

Vulva (noun) means the external part of the female genitalia, including the labia and clitoris.

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noun

The external part of the female genitalia, including the labia and clitoris.

"The textbook diagram labeled the parts of the vulva for the anatomy class."

How to use vulva

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe external female genital organs.

Common mistake

Often confused with "vagina," which technically refers only to the internal canal — the vulva is the external part.

Easily confused with

vagina → labia →

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

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C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

vulvas plural, vulvae plural, vulvæ plural

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Etymology

Borrowed from Latin vulva, "womb," related to volvo, "to turn, wrap around" — the same root behind "evolve" and "revolve."

Origin: Latin

Synonyms

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of vulva?

"vulva" (noun) means the external part of the female genitalia, including the labia and clitoris.

What is another word for vulva?

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How do you use vulva in a sentence?

Example: "The textbook diagram labeled the parts of the vulva for the anatomy class."

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