genitalia

/dʒɛnɪˈteɪliə/

Definitions

1. noun

the external or internal sexual organs, especially of a human being.

“The doctor examined the patient’s genitalia to diagnose the condition.”

2. noun

the external sexual organs of an animal, especially those of a vertebrate.

“The zoologist studied the genitalia of the species to understand its reproductive habits.”

3. noun

the external or internal sex organs of a plant.

“The botanist examined the genitalia of the plant to determine its sex.”

Synonyms

  • genitals
  • sexual organs

Antonyms

  • non-genitalia
  • non-sexual organs