Definitions for priapisms

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priapisms pri·a·pism

Spelling: [prahy-uh-piz-uh m]

IPA: /ˈpraɪ əˌpɪz əm/

Priapisms is a 9 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 14 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 17 points.

You can make 260 anagrams from letters in priapisms (aiimpprss).

Definitions for priapisms

noun

1. Pathology. continuous, usually nonsexual erection of the penis, especially due to disease.
2. prurient behavior or display.

Origin of priapisms

First recorded in 1580-90; Priap(us) + -ism

Examples for priapisms

priapism was a common symptom; but, as is seen from the cases quoted, was rarely due to any gross direct laceration of the cord.