Meaning of the word clitoris in English

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clitoris

US /ˈklɪt̬.ɚ.ɪs/
UK /ˈklɪt.ər.ɪs/
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Noun

a small, sensitive, erectile part of the female genitals at the anterior end of the vulva.

Example:
The clitoris is a key organ in female sexual response.
Understanding the anatomy of the clitoris is important for sexual health education.