Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

glans

noun

ɡlanz

Definition

The glans is the rounded, bulbous part of certain anatomical structures, typically referring to the tip of the penis or the clitoris.

Examples

The glans penis is covered by a fold of skin called the foreskin in males who are not circumcised.
The sensitivity of the glans plays a significant role in sexual intercourse.

Meaning

In human anatomy, the glans specifically denotes the tip of the penis, which is sensitive and involved in sexual pleasure, or the clitoris, which is a key component in female sexual arousal.