Definition

The external female genitalia, including the labia majora, labia minora, clitoris, and vaginal opening.

Example Usage

Medical textbooks provide detailed anatomical descriptions of the vulva's structure and function.

Origin

From Latin vulva, possibly related to volvere (to turn or roll).

Fun Fact

The term vulva is distinct from vagina; the vagina is the internal canal, while the vulva refers to external structures.

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