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单词 desex
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desex

verb

de·​sex (ˌ)dē-ˈseks How to pronounce desex (audio)
desexed; desexing; desexes

transitive verb

1
: castrate, spay
2
: to eliminate perceived sexism from
desex the language of church Bible study programs R. M. Harley
3
: desexualize sense 2

Synonyms

  • alter
  • fix
  • neuter
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Example Sentences

desex the baby chickens destined for market

Word History

First Known Use

1911, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Medical Definition

desex

transitive verb

de·​sex (ˈ)dē-ˈseks How to pronounce desex (audio)
: castrate sense 1, spay

desex

verb

as in to neuter
to remove the sex organs of desex the baby chickens destined for market

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • neuter
  • alter
  • fix
  • sterilize
  • castrate
  • spay
  • geld
  • emasculate
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