Meaning & use
smegma
A natural secretion of oils and shed skin cells that can accumulate around the genitals, especially under the foreskin.
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Regular washing helps prevent the buildup of smegma and reduces irritation.
The doctor explained that smegma is a normal bodily secretion rather than a sign of poor hygiene alone.
A note on using this word
This is a clinical, anatomical term used in medical and hygiene contexts rather than everyday conversation.
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