labia minora

Definition

The two inner folds of skin within the cleft of the labia majora.

Etymology

From Latin (meaning “smaller lips”).

Example Sentences

• "The ventral skin of the penis is homologous to the labia minora."
• "When performed poorly, a labiaplasty — a procedure to reduce the size of the labia minora, and one of the fastest-growing cosmetic surgeries worldwide — can also damage nerves, leading to genital pain and loss of sexual sensation."