erectile

adjective

erec·​tile i-ˈrek-tᵊl  -ˌtī(-ə)l 

1

: of, relating to, or capable of undergoing physiological erection

erectile tissue

2

: capable of being raised to an upright position

the erectile quills of a porcupine

erectility

i-ˌrek-ˈti-lə-tē 

noun

Examples of erectile in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Stress and anxiety certainly can lead to erectile challenges, so can daily life and the luck of the draw. —Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes, 14 Oct. 2024

Saffron is a spice that's similarly known for enhancing one's mood, Susie notes, and has also been shown to improve erectile function in individuals taking antidepressants. —Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 2 Oct. 2024

Next to the prostate are nerves essential for erectile function. —Brandi Jones, Msn-Ed, Health, 5 Sep. 2024

If a guy is dealing with some erectile unpredictability, being able to communicate that instead of hide it. —Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 4 Sep. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1830, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing erectile

• erectile dysfunction

Kids Definition

erectile

adjective

erec·​tile i-ˈrek-tᵊl 

-ˌtīl

: capable of becoming erect

erectile tissue

erectile feathers of a bird

Medical Definition

erectile

adjective

erec·​tile i-ˈrek-tᵊl  -ˌtīl 

: capable of being raised to an erect or elevated position

especially : cavernous sense 2

erectility

-ˌrek-ˈtil-ət-ē 

noun

plural erectilities