Erección (en. Erection)

/eɾekˈsjon/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A state in which the penis increases in size and becomes firm.
The erection of the penis is a normal physiological process in men.
La erección del pene es un proceso fisiológico normal en los hombres.
Elevation or raising of anything.
The raising of the flag occurred at the beginning of the ceremony.
La erección de la bandera ocurrió al inicio de la ceremonia.
In architecture, the act of building or raising structures.
The erection of buildings in the city center has changed the urban landscape.
La erección de los edificios en el centro de la ciudad ha cambiado el paisaje urbano.

Etymology

From Latin 'erectio', which means 'to elevate' or 'to raise'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have an erection
To experience an increase in the size of the penis due to sexual arousal.
tener una erección
erectile dysfunction
Inability to achieve or maintain a proper erection.
disfunción eréctil
to consider the erection
To take into account the state of sexual arousal in a specific situation.
considerar la erección

Related Words

exciting
That causes sexual arousal or stimulation.
excitante
physiology
Study of the functions and processes of living organisms, including sexual function.
fisiología
penis
Male reproductive organ.
pene

Slang Meanings

Little bird
When he saw his partner, the little bird came out.
Cuando vio a su pareja, le salió el pajarito.
Nubbins
I can't hide the nubbins I have at the moment.
No puedo ocultar el chiche que tengo en este momento.
Chonis
He likes to have chonis when he is on a date.
Le gusta hacer chonis cuando está en una cita.