GLANS

glans

(noun) a small rounded structure; especially that at the end of the penis or clitoris

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

glans (plural glans or glandes)

The vascular body which forms the apex of the penis.

The vascular body which forms the extremity of the clitoris.

The acorn or mast of the oak and similar fruits.

A goiter.

A pessary.

Synonyms

• See also glans

Anagrams

• langs, slang

Source: Wiktionary


Glans n.; pl. Glandes. Etym: [L. See Gland.]

1. (Anat.)

Definition: The vascular body which forms the apex of the penis, and the extremity of the clitoris.

2. (Bot.)

Definition: The acorn or mast of the oak and similar fruits. Gray.

3. (Med.) (a) Goiter. (b) A pessary. [Obs.]

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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