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phallus


phal·lus

noun \ˈfa-ləs\
plural phal·li\ˈfa-ˌlī, -ˌlē\ or phal·lus·es

Definition of PHALLUS

1
: a symbol or representation of the penis
2
: penis
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Origin of PHALLUS

Latin, from Greek phallos penis, representation of the penis; probably akin to Latin flare to blow — more at blow
First Known Use: circa 1613

Other Anatomy Terms

bilateral symmetry, carotid, cartilage, dorsal, entrails, prehensile, renal, solar plexus, supine, thoracic, ventral

Rhymes with PHALLUS

balas, callous, callus, chalice, gallus, malice, palace, Pallas, thallus

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