merkin
Americannoun
noun
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an artificial hairpiece for the pudendum; a pubic wig
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obsolete the pudendum itself
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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When his middle-schooler began falling behind late last year, Massachusetts data scientist Jason Merkin sought her usage from her school district.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026
“In my practice in state court, I don’t know if I’ve ever heard of the granting a change of venue motion,” said Berth Merkin, who teaches criminal justice at the University of New Haven.
From Washington Times • Apr. 3, 2023
Merkin founded the predecessor of HPN in 1979 and incorporated the company under its current name in 1996.
From Reuters • Nov. 15, 2022
At Merkin, you could make out a chorus in the first section — heard faintly, as if from a distant room.
From New York Times • Apr. 22, 2022
Its writer Daphne Merkin said she wished "there were more people around who thought like Diski".
From BBC • Apr. 27, 2021
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