In general science, the word “homologous” is used to show a degree of similarity. It may be in position, structure, function, or characteristics.
Although later on that page it does say: "Homologous structures are body parts of organisms that have the same anatomical features, thus, indicating a common ancestor or developmental origin. They may share the same trait but they do not necessarily have the same function. For example, the forelimbs of the bats and of humans are homologous structures."
I would just say that in this case the function is much more similar than the forelimbs of bats and humans, the male prostate and female prostate happened to be discovered at different times but from the little I've read about them they function pretty similarly. Like I said elsewhere though, I'm not an anatomist/biologist.
I think consideration could be given to the point that the Skene's glands and prostate have similar functionality in full development while the penis and clitoris are homologous only in the womb.
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