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hymeneal

/hʌɪməˈniːəl/

Meanings
  • adjective

    Relating to or being the hymen, a thin membrane that covers the external vaginal opening in women.


Pronunciation




  1. Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=19208466"

Variants
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hymeneal , hymeneally , hymeneals
Etymology
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From Greek hymen, a membrane, veil, or curtain.


Trivia
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  1. The hymen is not always a reliable indicator of virginity, as it can be torn or stretched through various activities other than sexual intercourse.

  2. In some cultures, the hymen is still considered an important symbol of virginity and is often the subject of rituals and celebrations.


Related Concepts
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  1. hymen: A thin membrane that covers the external vaginal opening in women.

  2. virginity: The state of being a virgin, unmarried and sexually inexperienced.


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In various cultures, the breaking of the hymen is considered a symbol of virginity and is often celebrated with rituals and ceremonies.

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