hymenal

/ˈhɪmɪnəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling a hymen; especially : being a membrane or fold that partially covers the vaginal opening in some mammals

“The hymenal membrane of the young rabbit was a delicate fold of tissue.”

2. noun

a membrane or fold that partially covers the vaginal opening in some mammals

“The hymen was torn during the horse’s injury.”

Synonyms

  • foliated
  • membranous

Antonyms

  • complete