erection

Definition

  • noun: the state in which a body part (such as the penis) becomes firm and swollen because of sexual excitement
  • noun: the state marked by firm turgid form and 'erect' position of a previously flaccid bodily part containing cavernous tissue when that tissue becomes dilated with blood

Examples

  • the 'erection' of a new apartment building

  • get/have an 'erection'

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) MAN: So anyway... ...the way corporate wants us to spin it... ...is that maybe, in certain situations... ...a four-hour erection isn't such a terrible thing. Okay. Next up: As most of you know, today I am proud to be naming our new regional sales manager. - Here we go. (..)
    2009 17 Again