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An intimate or private part is a place on the human body which it is usually customary to keep covered with clothing in public areas, as a matter of decency. The term is a euphemism. Image File history File links Gnome-globe. ... Private Parts may refer to: Private Parts (book), a 1993 autobiography by radio personality Howard Stern Private Parts (1997 film), a 1997 film based upon Sterns book Private Parts (1972 film), a 1972 film Private Parts (Lords of Acid album), a 2001 compilation album by Lords of Acid Private... A baby wearing many items of winter clothing: headband, cap, fur-lined coat, shawl and sweater. ... A dictionary definition of Indecent not conforming with accepted standards of behaviour or morality. ... A euphemism is the substitution of an agreeable or less offensive expression in place of one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant to the listener; or in the case of doublespeak, to make it less troublesome for the speaker. ...

Definitions vary, but in Western cultures they are approximately the parts involved in sexual arousal, procreation, and elimination of excreta and related matter, including: For this articles equivalent regarding the East, see Eastern culture. ... Turn on redirects here. ... For other uses, see Reproduction (disambiguation) Reproduction is the biological process by which new individual organisms are produced. ... Excreta is a generic term used to refer to any masses or fluids excreted as part of the digestive system of a living organism, usually that of humans. ...

• the buttocks and the anus, the perineum
• for males: the penis, testes and scrotum
• for females: the vagina, vulva and the breasts, especially the nipples

Females' breasts are typically considered as parts that would be covered in most contexts, with degree of tolerance for uncovered breasts (such as at beaches) varying in different regions. In some places, such as many contexts in the United States, where breasts are typically considered as not appropriate to be exposed in public, it is sometimes considered sufficient (such as in certain entertainment venues, usually for an adult male audience) that the nipples alone be covered. It is however common, in some regions in the United States, for mothers to breastfeed their very young children in public view, which often involves exposure of the nipple. Bottom commonly refers to the human buttocks but also has other uses. ... This article is about the bodily orifice. ... In human anatomy, the perineum, also called the taint, or gooch, is generally defined as the surface region in both males and females between the pubic symphysis and the coccyx. ... The penis (plural penises, penes) is an external male sexual organ. ... Human male anatomy The testicles, known medically as testes (singular testis), are the male generative glands in animals. ... In some male mammals the scrotum is a protuberance of skin and muscle containing the testicles. ... The vagina, (from Latin, literally sheath or scabbard ) is the tubular tract leading from the uterus to the exterior of the body in female placental mammals and marsupials, or to the cloaca in female birds, monotremes, and some reptiles. ... The external genital organs of the female are collectively known as the vulva (plural vulvae or vulvas)[1]. In common speech, the term vagina is often used improperly to refer to the vulva or female genitals generally, even though, strictly speaking, the vagina is a specific internal structure, whereas the... For other uses, see Breast (disambiguation). ... Nipple is, generally, the name given to the mammalian nipple, or to things resembling it, such as the tip of an artificial teat or the tip of a grease secreting mechanism in machinery. ... A breastfeeding infant Breastfeeding is the practice of a woman feeding an infant (or sometimes a toddler or a young child) with milk produced from her mammary glands, usually directly from the nipples. ...

In some periods of European history, female shoulders and legs were included. More conservative viewpoints in the West in some contexts still find it appropriate that females should cover their shoulders, particularly when entering a church or other sacred space. A baby wearing many items of winter clothing: headband, cap, fur-lined coat, shawl and sweater. ... For the architectural structure, see Church (building). ...

In Islamic traditions, the definition of intimate parts is similar to its definition in Western culture. Some Muslims believe that females should cover most of their body, especially the hair, shoulders, neck, and the "intimate parts" mentioned above. Specifically, in females, the entire body, except the face, hands and feet must be covered in public. It is often stated that these parts are likely to arouse excitement in males, and for reasons of chastity and modesty, should be covered. Men are required to cover from the navel to the knee inclusive. For this articles equivalent regarding the East, see Eastern culture. ...

Exposure of one's intimate parts, particularly unintended exposure, is typically connected with feelings of shame. Such acts may be subject to strict social rules, social control and criminal justice; see nudity and indecent exposure. For other uses, see Shame (disambiguation). ... Sociology (from Latin: socius, companion; and the suffix -ology, the study of, from Greek λόγος, lógos, knowledge [1]) is the systematic and scientific study of society, including patterns of social relationships, social action, and culture[2]. Areas studied in sociology can range from the analysis of brief contacts between anonymous... Social control refers to social mechanisms that regulate individual and group behavior, in terms of greater sanctions and rewards. ... United States criminal justice system flowchart. ... Nude redirects here. ... This article or section does not cite its references or sources. ...

Intentionally touching the intimate parts of another person, even through clothing, is often associated with sexual intent. If this is done without legally valid consent of the person being touched, it is considered sexual harassment or sexual assault. A baby wearing many items of winter clothing: headband, cap, fur-lined coat, shawl and sweater. ... Sexual behavior is a form of physical intimacy that may be directed to reproduction (one possible goal of sexual intercourse) and/or to the enjoyment of activity involving sexual gratification. ... Intent in law is the planning and desire to perform an act. ... Sexual harassment is harassment or unwelcome attention of a sexual nature. ... Sexual assault is any physical contact of a sexual nature without voluntary consent. ...

See also

• Sex organ
• Secondary sex characteristics
• Public nudity

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