Foreskin

/ˈfɔːrˌskɪn/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The retractable fold of skin that covers the glans of the penis in males, typically removed during circumcision.

The doctor explained the procedure for circumcision, which involves the removal of the foreskin.

The fold of skin that covers the clitoris in females, comparable to the male foreskin.

In some cultures, the treatment of the female foreskin is an important aspect of certain rituals.

The skin covering the glans of the penis before it is circumcised.

During the consultation, the parents raised concerns about their son's foreskin and its care.

From Middle English 'for-kin', from Old English 'forscyn', meaning 'ahead' (for) and 'skin'.

cut or uncut

Refers to whether a male has been circumcised (cut) or not (uncut).

foreskin restoration

A process some men undergo to recreate the appearance of a foreskin.

circumcision

The surgical removal of the foreskin.

glans

The rounded part at the tip of the penis.

skin

He likes to show off his skin at the beach.

foreskin fairy

He joked about being the foreskin fairy, removing it in a magical way.