Mons pubis

Definition

The mons pubis is a rounded mass of fatty tissue found over the pubic bone, primarily in females, that becomes covered in hair during puberty. It serves a protective function for the pubic bone and contributes to the female body's aesthetic contour.

Related terms

Pubic Symphysis:

A cartilaginous joint located between the left and right pubic bones near the front of the pelvis.

Labia Majora: The outer "lips" or folds of skin that surround the opening of the vagina and protect its inner parts.

Vulva: The external part of the female genitalia, which includes the labia majora, labia minora, clitoris, and opening of the vagina