Word Study
glans
CIDE DICTIONARY
glans, n. [L. See Gland.].
- The vascular body which forms the apex of the penis, and the extremity of the clitoris. [1913 Webster]
- The acorn or mast of the oak and similar fruits. Gray. [1913 Webster]
- Goiter. [1913 Webster]
OXFORD DICTIONARY
glans, n. (pl. glandes) the rounded part forming the end of the penis or clitoris.
Etymology
L, = acorn
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