urethra

Noun

Meaning

The canal by which the urine is conducted from the bladder and discharged.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

aqueduct canal urethral channel intestine duct clitoris pore conduit vagina ureter uterus urologist clitoral hood clitoral glans
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Hypernyms

canal channel duct

Derivatives

urethrae

Examples

I just wish we knew a little less about his urethra and a little more about his arms sales to Iran. Andy Rooney

Additional images Vertical section of bladder, penis, and urethra. Source: Internet

Catheterization During a hospital stay or surgical procedure, a catheter may be inserted through the urethra to drain urine from the bladder. Source: Internet

Additional images Position of the urethra in males Transverse section of the penis. Source: Internet

A person with IC may have discomfort only in the urethra, while another might struggle with pain in the entire pelvis. Source: Internet

Clitoral and penile similarities and differences The clitoris and penis are generally the same anatomical structure, although the distal portion (or opening) of the urethra is absent in the clitoris of humans and most other animals. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

urethane-modified uretherostomy urethr- urethrae urethral urethral bulb