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vaginal

American  
[vaj-uh-nl] / ˈvædʒ ə nl /

adjective

  1. Anatomy, Zoology. pertaining to or involving the vagina.

  2. pertaining to or resembling a sheath.


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Etymology

Origin of vaginal

First recorded in 1720–30; vagin(a) + -al 1

Example Sentences

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There are other forms of transdermal delivery systems: Transdermal estrogen can be applied as a daily spray, gel or vaginal ring that is good for three months.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

Two key factors influencing babies’ gut microbiomes are how they are born—C-section or vaginal birth—and whether they are breast fed or formula fed, researchers said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026

The NHS announced it would pause using vaginal mesh in 2018 following patient safety concerns.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

Kerry Watson, 40, uses a walking stick and takes more than 100 tablets a week to deal with the agony caused by having a vaginal mesh implant to treat a prolapsed bladder in 2014.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

Unexplained vaginal bleeding and blood in urine during last two pregnancies; physician recommended sickle cell test.

From "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot

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