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prepuce of penis

Term ID
UBERON:0001332
Synonyms
  • foreskin
  • penile prepuce
  • praeputium
  • prepuce
  • prepuce of male
  • prepucium
  • preputium
  • preputium penis
Definition
A retractable double-layered fold of skin and mucous membrane that covers the glans penis and protects the urinary meatus when the penis is not erect. (2)
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