Penis meaning: Penis

Penis , the copulatory organ of the male of higher vertebrates that in mammals usually also provides the channel by which urine leaves the body. The corresponding structure in lower invertebrates is often called the cirrus. Learn about the anatomy and physiology of the penis . Together with the testes and surrounding structures, the penis functions as part of the male reproductive system. The main parts of the penis are the root, body, the epithelium of the penis , including the shaft skin, and the foreskin covering the glans. / ˈpi·nɪs / Add to word list an organ of male mammals that is used to excrete urine and for sex (Definition of penis from the Cambridge Academic Content Dictionary © Cambridge University Press) PENIS definition : 1. the part of a male's body that is used for urinating and for sex 2. the part of a male's body…. Learn more.