Genitalia

Pronunciation
/jen-til-EE-ah/
Category
Anatomy
Singular
Genitalium
Plural
Genitalia

Definition

The reproductive organs of both sexes in insects and arachnids, including external and internal structures involved in reproduction.

Etymology

From Latin 'genus', meaning 'kind' or 'race'.

Example

The genitalia of many insects are highly specialized and often play a crucial role in mating behavior.

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