Definition of erectionnext
as in structure
something put together by arranging or connecting an array of parts when it was brand-new, the Eiffel Tower was considered as ugly an erection as Europe had ever seen

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Recent Examples of erection When Daisy tries to earn Shu’s trust by telling her about penises, erections, and ejaculations, Shu decides the Pearl Girl is as ignorant as she. Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 13 May 2026 Most men already know stress can affect mood, libido and erections. Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 22 Apr. 2026 In his case, the goal was extra length, as well as better erections. Kara Nesvig, Allure, 6 Mar. 2026 Hormone therapy: Is used to reduce testosterone, making erections harder to achieve. Md Published, Verywell Health, 5 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for erection
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Noun
  • Even before the pier collapse, the structure was looking at damage from a previous storm that would take $20 million to repair.
    John Ramos, CBS News, 16 June 2026
  • Many of the original structures on the ranch were built by Lytle and his brother—including the Meadowlark Cabin, which still exists today.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 June 2026
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  • That changed with the construction of the Carretera Austral.
    Mark Johanson, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 June 2026
  • Thousands of fans flooded the streets surrounding Madison Square Garden, some climbing traffic lights, scaffolding and construction cranes, others jumping on moving vehicles.
    Alaa Elassar, CNN Money, 14 June 2026

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“Erection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/erection. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.

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