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penis
This term is the standard anatomical and medical designation for the male copulatory organ. It maintains a neutral, clinical tone suitable for healthcare, biological, and formal contexts, distinguishing it from a vast array of slang or colloquial terms that carry varying degrees of vulgarity or intimacy.
As a biological term, it is used across species in zoology and anatomy. In a medical context, it is typically paired with specific descriptors regarding health, function, or pathology, such as erectile or circumcised.
Meanings
Examples
The anatomy textbook provides a detailed diagram of the human penis.
He felt a sharp pain in his penis and decided to see a urologist.
The surgeon performed a delicate operation on the patient's penis.
Is it normal for the penis to change size in cold weather?
The biological function of the penis is to deliver sperm into the female reproductive tract.
I wonder if this medication will affect the blood flow to the penis.
The forensic report noted a bruise on the victim's penis.
Some mammals have a baculum which is a bone found inside the penis.