vaginal
Americanadjective
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Anatomy, Zoology. pertaining to or involving the vagina.
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pertaining to or resembling a sheath.
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of vaginal
Example Sentences
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"There are the physical scars which for those who have pelvic radiotherapy can mean dealing with bowel, vulva, cervical and vaginal scarring which is horrendously painful," she said.
From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026
The FDA has approved multiple HRTs to treat hot flashes, vaginal dryness and discomfort, and to prevent bone loss.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026
Local estrogen therapy typically involves applying a topical, low-dose estrogen to the vaginal area to treat genitourinary symptoms of menopause such as vaginal dryness as well as recurrent urinary tract infections.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 16, 2025
About 70% to 80% of postmenopausal women experience urinary tract and vaginal symptoms that are lifelong and get progressively worse, says Dr. Lauren Streicher, clinical professor at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 16, 2025
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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