penile

adjective

pe·​nile ˈpē-ˌnī(-ə)l 

: of, relating to, or affecting the penis

Examples of penile in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The peptide preparation, labeled COP3, raised serum testosterone and cyclic AMP in male mice and increased the activity of penile nitric oxide synthase, an enzyme closely associated with erectile function. — Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 29 July 2026

One of Moore’s clients, endearingly self-defeating Arizona-resident Ruben, is a father of five who is under serious financial strain due to gambling addiction and also perhaps a penile enhancement addiction. — Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 17 Mar. 2026

And in news that will surprise absolutely no one familiar with his longevity endeavors, tech entrepreneur and bio-hacking fanatic Bryan Johnson also had penile Botox. — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 6 Mar. 2026

The most common infection responsible for causing cancers is HPV which causes cervical cancer in women but can also cause other types of cancer such as mouth , throat, vulval, anal and penile cancers. — Victoria Forster, Forbes.com, 12 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1860, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

penile

adjective

pe·​nile ˈpē-ˌnīl 

: of, relating to, or affecting the penis

a penile prosthesis

penile lesions