Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
prepuce
noun
/ˈprɛp.juːs/
Definition
The fold of skin that covers the glans of the penis or the clitoris.
Examples
- The prepuce can be removed through a surgical procedure known as circumcision.
- In some cultures, the retention of the prepuce is a sign of religious or traditional practice.
Meaning
In anatomical terms, the prepuce is a protective sheath of skin that is present in both males and females. In males, it serves to cover the glans penis, while in females, it covers the clitoral glans.
Synonyms
- foreskin (for males)
- clitoral hood (for females)
