dyspareunia

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Etymology

From dys- + Ancient Greek πάρευνος (páreunos, lying beside, lying with) +‎ -ia.

Pronunciation

Noun

dyspareunia (uncountable)

  1. (medicine) Painful or difficult sexual intercourse, especially in women.
    deep dyspareuniapain on deep penetration

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  • Stedman's Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing