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Definition of genital

genital

/ˈdʒɛn.ɪ.təl/
gen · i · tal
Adverb:genitally
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Plural:genitals
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• adjective

1

Relating to the human or animal reproductive organs, especially the external ones.

Example

"The biology textbook includes a detailed diagram of the mammalian genital tract."

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• noun

1

An external organ of reproduction (almost always used in the plural).

Example

"Patients are given a hospital gown to cover their genitals during the medical examination."

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Word Nuance & Usage

As a noun, 'genital' is almost exclusively used in the plural form 'genitals' (or 'genitalia'); the singular is mainly an adjective.

• Rhymes for genital

• Nearby Words

genie
genip
genista
genital
genitalia
genitals
genitrix

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 14th century from Old French genital, from Latin genitalis ('pertaining to generation or birth'), derived from gignere ('to beget, produce').

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