Fourchet

/fɔːrˈʃeɪ/ noun

Definition

A forked part or structure, especially in anatomy or botany; a bifurcation or fork-like division.

Etymology

Diminutive form of Old French 'fourche' (fork), with the suffix '-et' indicating a small version of something.

Kelly Says

In anatomy, the 'fourchet' is the small fold of tissue between the labia minora—even in the human body, nature creates tiny fork-like structures that have their own specialized name!

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