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Definition of foreskin

foreskin

/ˈfɔːr.skɪn/
fore · skin
Plural:foreskins
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foreskin Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The retractable double-layered fold of skin and mucous membrane that covers the glans of the penis.

Example

"The pediatric urologist explained the normal anatomical development of the foreskin during infancy."

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• Nearby Words

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foresighted
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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the 16th century by combining the prefix 'fore-' (meaning 'in front') with 'skin', introduced by William Tyndale in his early English Bible translations to render the Latin term 'praeputium'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Foreskin. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/foreskin
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