For Infibulation we have terms and definitions in 4 topics. The topics are Body Jewelry, Body Piercing, Reproductive Infections and Sex.

Infibulation (Body Jewelry)

Infibulation is the process of piercing of the male foreskin or female labia in order to prevent sexual intercourse. Jewelry connects the two sides of the piercing so that the glans penis cannot be exposed in males or the vagina penetrated in women.

Infibulation (Body Piercing)

The act of temporarily, whether through sewing, piercing or other means, closing up the sexual organs inside the body so that they can’t be used. Usually part of a chastity fetish ritual, but sometimes of interest to those undergoing gender reassignment.

Infibulation (Reproductive Infections)

Removal of part or all of the external genitalia (clitoris, labia minora, and labia majora) and stitching and/or narrowing of the vaginal opening, leaving a small hole for urine and menstrual flow, as part of the harmful practice of female genital mutilation.

Infibulation (Sex)

The ritual practice of cutting off the inner labia and stitching together the outer lips; a part of female circumcision practiced in some cultures.

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