Definitions

1. noun

In anatomy, the region of the genitalia of a male, especially the scrotum; in Roman law, a son born to a slave mother, who was automatically freed upon birth; in literature, a term used to describe the male genital area.

“The doctor explained the anatomy of the virilia to the medical students.”

2. noun

In linguistics, a term used to describe certain sounds or sound combinations found in some languages, especially those with a complex syllable structure.

“The linguist studied the virilia of the ancient language, trying to decipher its syntax.”