glans

Meanings

• noun

  A small, usually rounded, structure at the tip of the penis in humans and some other primates.

  - "The glans is the most sensitive part of the penis."
  - "During sexual arousal, the glans becomes engorged with blood."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with glans
plans , mansions , chansons

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Variants

List of all variants of glans that leads to same result
glandes , glans , glans clitoris , glans penis

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Etymology

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From Latin glans 'acorn' or 'knob'.

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Trivia

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1. The glans is rich in nerve endings, making it a highly sensitive area.

2. In some cultures, the glans is believed to have healing properties and is used in traditional medicine.

3. The glans is also called the 'helmet' or 'corona' of the penis.

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Related Concepts

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1. prepuce: The foreskin of the penis, which covers the glans in some males.

2. circumcision: A surgical procedure to remove the foreskin and expose the glans.

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Culture

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In some cultures, the glans is considered a symbol of masculinity and sexual potency.

How to Memorize "glans"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a small, rounded structure at the tip of a penis.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'glans' with the tip of the penis.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'G is for Glans' to remember that 'G' stands for glans.

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