Definitions

1. noun

Either of the external folds of skin in certain insects, such as bees and wasps, that cover the reproductive organs, or either of the fleshy parts of the female external genitalia in mammals, especially in primates, that cover the vulva.

“The labium of the bee played a crucial role in its reproductive cycle.”

2. anatomy

A part of the anatomy, especially referring to the labia in humans or other mammals.

“The doctor examined the patient’s labium to check for any abnormalities.”