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sphragis

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

A mating plug in the genital opening of a female, formed from a waxy secretion deposited by a male during mating.
Synonym of sphragide.

Pronunciation

/ˈsfræd͡ʒɪs/ sphragis.wav

Word forms

sphragis sphragides

Synonyms

copulation plug copulatory plug coitus plug sperm plug vaginal plug sement sphragide

Related words

sphragistic

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