erection

noun

erec·​tion i-ˈrek-shən 

1

a

: the state marked by firm turgid form and erect or elevated position of a previously flaccid bodily part containing cavernous tissue when that tissue becomes dilated with blood

b

: an occurrence of such a state in the penis or clitoris

2

: the act or process of erecting something : construction

3

: something erected

Synonyms

• construction
• structure

Examples of erection in a Sentence

the erection of a new apartment building

when it was brand-new, the Eiffel Tower was considered as ugly an erection as Europe had ever seen

Recent Examples on the Web

One of the key components of this supplement is its best price generic Viagra that helps men achieve longer and harder erections. —Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 5 Nov. 2023

With the growing number of men experiencing erectile dysfunction, the availability of natural supplements that help maintain healthy erections is becoming increasingly important. —Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 26 Oct. 2023

Horny goat weed works by inhibiting the enzyme that breaks down nitric oxide in the body, thus promoting blood flow to the genital area and inducing stronger and longer-lasting erections. —Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 19 Oct. 2023

Some people also experience vision problems or prolonged erections. —Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 19 Sep. 2023

However, those with big erections might want to think twice. —Amanda Chatel, Glamour, 5 Sep. 2023

Of course, Johnson’s ambitions are far grander than a mild improvement in his erections: all his efforts are aimed at reattaining the organs equivalent to those of an 18-year-old. —Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 30 Aug. 2023

Penile fractures usually require surgery, and waiting too long can put you at risk for future difficulty getting erections. —Julie Stewart, Men's Health, 21 July 2023

And impeded blood flow is bad for erections, so anything that improves blood flow is good. —Elizabeth Millard, Men's Health, 30 June 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

erection

noun

erec·​tion i-ˈrek-shən 

1

: the process of erecting : the state of being erected

2

a

: the state marked by firm swollen form and erect position of a previously limp or flabby bodily part whose tissue becomes dilated with blood

b

: an occurrence of such a state (as in the penis)

3

: something erected

Medical Definition

erection

noun

erec·​tion i-ˈrek-shən 

1

: the state marked by firm turgid form and erect or elevated position of a previously flaccid bodily part containing cavernous tissue when that tissue becomes dilated with blood

2

: an occurrence of erection in the penis or clitoris