: During childhood, the clitoral hood is often joined to the clitoral glans; these separate as a person approaches puberty.
The term's meaning often depends on the age and cultural background of the speaker:
: In Middle English, the word was used neutrally in medical texts, surnames, and even street names.
: By the 18th century, it became heavily stigmatized and is now considered one of the most offensive profanities in many English-speaking regions.
: Increased pigmentation often darkens the skin of the outer labia compared to the rest of the body.
: During childhood, the clitoral hood is often joined to the clitoral glans; these separate as a person approaches puberty.
The term's meaning often depends on the age and cultural background of the speaker:
: In Middle English, the word was used neutrally in medical texts, surnames, and even street names.
: By the 18th century, it became heavily stigmatized and is now considered one of the most offensive profanities in many English-speaking regions.
: Increased pigmentation often darkens the skin of the outer labia compared to the rest of the body.
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