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Meaning of "vulva" in the English dictionary

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ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD VULVA

From Latin: covering, womb, matrix.
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Etymology is the study of the origin of words and their changes in structure and significance.
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PRONUNCIATION OF VULVA

vulva  [ˈvʌlvə] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF VULVA

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Vulva is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES VULVA MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Vulva

The vulva consists of the external genital organs of the female mammal. This article deals with the vulva of the human being, although the structures are similar for other mammals. The vulva has many major and minor anatomical structures, including the labia majora, mons pubis, labia minora, clitoris, bulb of vestibule, vulval vestibule, greater and lesser vestibular glands, and the opening of the vagina. Its development occurs during several phases, chiefly during the fetal and pubertal periods of time. As the outer portal of the human uterus or womb, it protects its opening by a "double door": the labia majora and the labia minora. The vagina is a self-cleaning organ, sustaining healthy microbial flora that flow from the inside out; the vulva needs only simple washing to assure good vulvovaginal health, without recourse to any internal cleansing. The vulva has a sexual function; these external organs are richly innervated and provide pleasure when properly stimulated. In various branches of art, the vulva has been depicted as the organ that has the power both to "give life", and to give sexual pleasure to humankind.

Definition of vulva in the English dictionary

The definition of vulva in the dictionary is the external genitals of human females, including the labia, mons veneris, clitoris, and the vaginal orifice.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH VULVA


Alva
ˈælvə
culver
ˈkʌlvə
Delvaux
dɛlvə
dissolver
dɪˈzɒlvə
elver
ˈɛlvə
evolver
ɪˈvɒlvə
pulver
ˈpʌlvə
quicksilver
ˈkwɪkˌsɪlvə
resolver
rɪˈzɒlvə
revolver
rɪˈvɒlvə
salvor
ˈsælvə
selva
ˈsɛlvə
silva
ˈsɪlvə
silver
ˈsɪlvə
solver
ˈsɒlvə
sterling-silver
ˈstɜːlɪŋ ˈsɪlvə
sylva
ˈsɪlvə
ulva
ˈʌlvə
volva
ˈvɒlvə
vulvar
ˈvʌlvə

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE VULVA

vulpicide
vulpine
vulpinism
vulpinite
vulsella
vulture
vulture-like
vulturine
vulturish
vulturism
vulturous
vulvae
vulval
vulvar
vulvate
vulviform
vulvitis
vulvovaginal
vulvovaginal glands
vulvovaginitis

WORDS THAT END LIKE VULVA

ava
Bratislava
Cavaco Silva
diva
Geneva
Genova
halva
Huelva
Java
lava
leva
Lietuva
Lula da Silva
Moldova
nova
Ostrava
ova
Padova
va
viva

Synonyms and antonyms of vulva in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «vulva» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF VULVA

Find out the translation of vulva to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of vulva from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «vulva» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

外阴
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

vulva
570 millions of speakers

English

vulva
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

योनी
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

الفرج
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

вульвы
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

vulva
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

স্ত্রীযোনিদ্বার
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

vulve
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Vulva
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Vulva
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

外陰部
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

외음부
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Vulva
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

âm môn
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

பெண்ணின் கருவாய்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

स्त्रीची झुळूक
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

vulva
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

vulva
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

sromu
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

вульви
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

vulva
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

αιδοίου
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

vulva
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

vulva
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

vulva
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of vulva

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «VULVA»

The term «vulva» is quite widely used and occupies the 31.261 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «VULVA» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «vulva» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «vulva» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about vulva

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «VULVA»

Discover the use of vulva in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to vulva and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Pathology of the Vulva and Vagina
This book updates the considerable recent progress in vulval pathology, including significant changes in the FIGO staging system for cancer of this region.
Laurence Brown, 2012
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The Vulva: Anatomy, Physiology, and Pathology
Addressing common misconceptions concerning the dermatologic composition and assessment of vulvular skin, this book is a unique compilation of current research and information on the anatomy, physiology, toxicology, microbiology, and ...
Miranda A. Farage, Howard I. Maibach, 2006
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Ridley's The Vulva
Bridging the gap between dermatology and gynaecology in the study of vulval diseases, this new edition is an exceptional reference text, offering the most up-to-date guidance on diagnosis and management.
Sallie Neill, Fiona Lewis, 2009
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Benign Diseases Of The Vulva And Vagina
The new edition has been updated to reflect the current thinking in the field of vulvovaginal diseases. It also includes updated information on current therapeutic approaches to the many disease entities covered.
Raymond H. Kaufman, M.D., Sebastian Faro, Dale Brown (M.D.), 2005
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100 Questions & Answers About Vulvar Cancer and Other ...
Written by an expert medical pathologist, with actual patient commentary, this book is an invaluable resource for anyone coping with the physical and emotional turmoil of this frightening disease.
Debra S Heller, Lara J Burrows, 2009
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The Vulva
In this new edition, the Editors have shortened the embryology chapter to cover only the most clinically relevant details, updated the physiology section and included more histology.
Constance Marjorie Ridley, Sarah M. Neill, 1999
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Obstetrics and Gynecology
It has been suggested that the layer overlying the vulva — the stratum corneum — may be less of a barrier to irritants, thereby making the vulva more susceptible to irritations and contributing to the "itch-scratch" cycle. Noninflammatory vulvar ...
Charles R. B. Beckmann, 2010
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Colposcopy of the Cervix, Vagina, and Vulva: A Comprehensive ...
This new text-atlas covers all of the basic aspects of colposcopy, from terminology, instrumentation, and techniques to more advanced topics, such as videocolposcopy, digital colposcopy, and treatment modalities.
Michael S. Baggish, 2003
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Equine Reproductive Physiology, Breeding and Stud Management
The perineum, vulva, vagina and cervix can be considered as the outer protective structures, providing protection for the inner, more delicate structures, the uterus, Fallopian tubes and ovaries, which are responsible for fertilization and embryo ...
Morel, M.C.G.D.
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The Johns Hopkins Manual of Gynecology and Obstetrics
The vulva is prone to the same disease processes as other areas of skin. In addition, some diseases preferentially affect the vulva. This chapter will review the most common diseases that affect the vulva. Organized by etiology, the chapter ...
Kimberly B. Fortner, 2007

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «VULVA»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term vulva is used in the context of the following news items.
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Kardashian-ing Your Vulva? No Thanks
A 2013 study published by the manufacturer of Protégé Intima (PDF) outlines how it works: The device emits “oscillating electrical current” to the vulva, producing ... «Daily Beast, Aug 15»
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The World's First Vaginal Beauty Contest Yields Fresh Data On …
Press material repeatedly used iterations of the word “vagina” when what clearly was of interest were images of external female genitalia, or vulva. This made ... «UPROXX, Jul 15»
3
UK woman wins $5000 'World's Most Beautiful Vagina' contest
U.K. resident Nell, 27, won first place and $5,000 in the pageant with a vulva beauty ranking of 7.7 out of 10. Jenny, 23, of Bavaria, Germany, took second place ... «Starr 103.5 FM, Jul 15»
4
Are Shorts Messing With Your Vulva?
But others suffer from pain, burning, irritation, and even bruising around the vulva (the outer area of the vagina), with symptoms that can last for days. «Cosmopolitan.com, Jul 15»
5
Penis peppers and vulva flowers' 'rude seeds' sold in Barcelona to …
The seeds grow into fruit that resemble male and female genitalia, such as peppers that resemble a penis, a 'vulva flower' or melons that grow into breasts. «Daily Mail, Jul 15»
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12 Emotional Stages of Shaving Your Vulva
I think I would like to spend an extra 20 minutes in the shower shaving my vulva until I get light-headed from steam. I don't have anything else going on today ... «Cosmopolitan.com, Jun 15»
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Why Does My Vulva Look Like It Is Falling Apart?
I just had a baby. I'm 29. My stuff down there doesn't look the same, or right. I'm so embarrassed to let my husband see me that I won't even let him go down ... «Huffington Post, Jun 15»
8
Tragic and hopeful Vulva Culture
"There was a girl at our show in Newfoundland who told me 'You guys sound like a lot of drugs on a rocking chair underwater,'" says Vulva Culture drummer ... «The Coast Halifax, May 15»
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'I kicked out my partner after being told I had a sexually transmitted …
Symptoms of vulval cancer include itching, burning or soreness of the vulva that doesn't go away; a lump or swelling or wart-like growth on the vulva; a sore or ... «Belfast Telegraph, May 15»
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GROWING OLD UNGRACEFULLY: The Case of the Missing Vulva
Not so much for what they depict, as for what they don't: the woman's vulva. Pubic hair? No problem, both guy and gal have been shaved, but whereas he's fully ... «Lost Coast Outpost, Apr 15»

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