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DictionarygenitaliaReproductive organs
noun

genitalia

jen-ih-TAY-lee-uh/dʒɛnʌtˈɑljʌ/

Reproductive organs, especially the external ones.

The diagram shows where the external genitalia are located.

Etymology
genitLatinto beget
+aliaLatinpertaining to (neuter plural)

The begetting root underlies a Latin plural expression meaning 'members pertaining to generation or birth.' With 'members' understood rather than stated, the adjective itself names the reproductive organs.

In context

Steubenville Conferences14:30
this is radical surgery that permanently removes various body parts secondary sex characteristics like breast tissue external genitalia internal reproductive organs
Dr. Ryan Anderson | When Harry Became Sally | Defending the Faith Conference

More examples

  • The doctor examines the infant's genitalia during a routine checkup.
  • Harsh soaps can irritate the genitalia.
  • Protective clothing helps prevent injuries to the genitalia.

Forms

genitalia

genital adjective — Relating to the reproductive organs.

Similar words

genitals
A less technical term, usually referring to external reproductive organs.
privates
An informal, euphemistic term for the external reproductive organs.