PRIAPISM

priapism

(noun) condition in which the penis is continually erect; usually painful and seldom with sexual arousal

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

priapism (countable and uncountable, plural priapisms)

(pathology) A potentially painful or harmful medical condition in which the erect penis (erection) does not return to its flaccid state (despite the absence of both physical and psychological stimulation), often as a result of a spinal injury.

Obsessive focus on one's genitals or on the need for genital gratification.

Source: Wiktionary


Pri"a*pism, n. Etym: [L. priapismus, Gr. Priapus the god of procreation, the penis, Gr. priapisme.] (Med.)

Definition: More or less permanent erection and rigidity of the penis, with or without sexual desire.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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