gherkin
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Meaning · English
The penis.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
“Even my gherkin is sorry, and it didn't talk shit about anybody," persists Adrian. The edge of Titus's mouth quivers in laughter.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “gherkin” mean?
The penis.
Is “gherkin” formal or informal?
gherkin is generally slang.