Perineum

Pronunciation

Definition 1

The area of the body between the anus and the vulva in females, and between the anus and the scrotum in males. (NCI Dictionary)

Definition 2

The area located between the anus and vulva in females, and anus and scrotum in males. (NCI Thesaurus)

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