Meaning of the word erection in English

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erection

US /ɪˈrek.ʃən/
UK /ɪˈrek.ʃən/
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Noun

1.

the action of erecting a structure or a building

Example:
The erection of the new bridge will take several years.
The rapid erection of temporary shelters was crucial after the disaster.
2.

the state of a penis or clitoris becoming rigid and enlarged, typically in response to sexual arousal

Example:
He experienced a sudden erection.
Difficulty achieving an erection can be a sign of underlying health issues.
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