penis sheath

See also: penis-sheath

English

Alternative forms

• penis-sheath

Noun

penis sheath (plural penis sheaths)

1. A chiefly ceremonial item of clothing that covers the penis; sometimes only such items that do not cover the scrotum (as distinct from a phallocrypt); usually form-fitting or otherwise shaped to resemble the penis.

   Synonym: phallocrypt (sometimes considered distinct)

2. (rare) The foreskin.

Related terms

• penile sheath (medical device)