Pudenda

Pronunciation: /pjuːˈdɛndə/

Definitions of pudenda

noun refers to the external genital organs, especially those of a woman

Example Sentences

A1 The doctor explained that the pudenda refers to the external genital organs of a woman.

A2 During the health class, the teacher discussed the importance of proper hygiene for the pudenda area.

B1 The nurse provided information on how to care for the pudenda after giving birth.

B2 The gynecologist examined the patient's pudenda to check for any abnormalities.

C1 The artist created a sculpture depicting the pudenda in a unique and thought-provoking way.

C2 In the medical journal, there was a detailed study on the anatomy and function of the pudenda in both men and women.

Examples of pudenda in a Sentence

formal The doctor examined her pudenda during the routine check-up.

informal She felt uncomfortable when the nurse asked about her pudenda.

slang I can't believe he actually showed me a picture of his pudenda.

figurative The scandal exposed the company's financial pudenda for all to see.

Grammatical Forms of pudenda

• plural: pudenda
• present tense: pudenda
• future tense: will pudenda
• perfect tense: have pudenda
• continuous tense: are pudenda
• singular: pudendum
• positive degree: pudenda
• infinitive: to pudenda
• gerund: pudending
• participle: pudended

Origin and Evolution of pudenda

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'pudenda' originates from Latin, specifically from the word 'pudendus' which means 'shameful' or 'modesty'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'pudenda' has evolved to refer specifically to the external genitalia, particularly of a woman. It is now commonly used in medical and anatomical contexts.