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smegma

smegma

2 9.9
A white oily substance that forms on the genitals, often under the foreskin or around the clitoris
  • noun
  • /ˈsmɛɡmə/
  • NSFW
: esmegma
  • The doctor explained that smegma is a natural secretion that can accumulate under the foreskin.

Examples

  • I certainly hope circumcised dudes aren't using it as an excuse not to clean; now that would be "eww" (considering circumcised willies can produce smegma too, not to mention the sweat).

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  • The inner layer of the foreskin has glands that create a substance called smegma, which the dictionary describes as a "cheese-like substance."

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  • The inner layer of the foreskin has glands that create a substance called smegma.

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  • She learned that proper hygiene can prevent the buildup of smegma around the clitoris.

  • Smegma can develop if the area is not cleaned regularly, according to health guidelines.

Synonyms

sebum
vssmegma
  • Specialized
1 7.2

A natural oil made by skin glands that keeps skin and hair soft and protected

is found mainly under the foreskin or around the clitoris

Surface Forms

smegma singular
smegmas plural

Etymology

The word smegma comes from the Greek word σμῆγμα, which meant 'soap' or 'ointment' and came from a verb meaning 'to smear'. So, smegma is an oily, soap-like substance from the body that can build up and should be cleaned away, and a helpful way to remember it is to think of the English word smear.