Labium (Noun)

Meaning

A liplike structure that bounds a bodily orifice (especially any of the four labiate folds of a woman's vulva).

Classification

Nouns denoting body parts.

Examples

• The labium minora are two thin folds of tissue within the vulva that surround the opening of the vagina.
• A torn labium was a painful reminder of her childbirth experience.
• During pelvic exams, the labia majora and minora are examined for any abnormalities or signs of infection.
• The labia majora are the outer, fleshy lips of the vulva that protect the more delicate inner structures.
• In cases of labial hypertrophy, the labium can become enlarged, causing discomfort or embarrassment.