merkin

American

[mur-kuhn] / ˈmɜr kən /

noun

false hair for the female pudenda.

merkin British

/ ˈmɜːkɪn /

noun

an artificial hairpiece for the pudendum; a pubic wig
obsolete the pudendum itself

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Usage

What does merkin mean? A merkin is a pubic wig, especially for women. It is placed over the genitals to simulate pubic hair and to keep the private body parts from full exposure.

Etymology

Origin of merkin

First recorded in 1610–20; origin uncertain

Example Sentences

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"Body Parts" features some segments that show a merkin maker, a body double, and a visual effects artist whose "beauty work" cheats what we see on screen.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2022

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