ALL meanings of infibulation
in·fib·u·la·tion
I i - noun infibulation the stitching together of the vulva, often after a clitoridectomy, leaving a small opening for the passage of urine and menstrual blood. 1
- noun infibulation the similar stitching of the prepuce. 1
- noun infibulation The practice of excising the clitoris and labia of a girl or woman and stitching together the edges of the vulva to prevent sexual intercourse. It is traditional in some northeastern African cultures but is highly controversial. 1
- noun infibulation an act of fastening, especially the stitching together of the labia to prevent intercourse. 0
- noun infibulation the practice, as in some areas of North Africa, of sewing up most of the opening to the vagina, esp. of unmarried girls, to prevent sexual intercourse 0