cunnilingus

[ kuhn-l-ing-guhs ]

noun

the act or practice of orally stimulating the female genitals.

Origin of cunnilingus

1885–90; <New Latin, Latin: one who licks the vulva, equivalent to cunni- (combining form of cunnus vulva) + -lingus (derivative of lingere to lick)

Also cun·ni·linc·tus [kuhn-l-ingk-tuhs]. /ˌkʌn lˈɪŋk təs/.

Other words from cunnilingus

cun·ni·lin·gual, adjective

Words Nearby cunnilingus

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How to use cunnilingus in a sentence

You wouldn’t be able to tell a self-professed introvert is behind a condom brand that offers a step-by-step guide on cunnilingus.
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In their minimalist-chic house in the woods, Henry and Ann have lush, elegant sex, including some artfully administered cunnilingus.
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British Dictionary definitions for cunnilingus

cunnilingus

cunnilinctus (ˌkʌnɪˈlɪŋktəs)

/ (ˌkʌnɪˈlɪŋɡəs) /

noun

a sexual activity in which the female genitalia are stimulated by the partner's lips and tongue: Compare fellatio

Origin of cunnilingus

C19: from New Latin, from Latin cunnus vulva + lingere to lick

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