verb

castrate

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Castrate (verb) means to surgically remove the testicles (or, in females, the ovaries) of an animal or person. Example: “The vet recommended they castrate the young bull.”

verb

To surgically remove the testicles (or, in females, the ovaries) of an animal or person.

"The vet recommended they castrate the young bull."

To weaken something drastically, stripping it of its power or effectiveness.

"Critics said the new amendment would castrate the original bill."

How to use castrate

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishTo remove reproductive organs, or figuratively, to strip something of its power or force.

Common pairings

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Word forms

castrated past tense, castrates plural, castrates singular

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Etymology

From Latin castrare, "to prune or cut away."

Origin: Latin

Synonyms

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of castrate?

"castrate" (verb) means to surgically remove the testicles (or, in females, the ovaries) of an animal or person.

What is another word for castrate?

Other words for "castrate" include geld, spay f, neuter, sterilize, alter.

What are the different meanings of castrate?

"castrate" has 2 main meanings: 1. To surgically remove the testicles (or, in females, the ovaries) of an animal or person; 2. To weaken something drastically, stripping it of its power or effectiveness.

How do you use castrate in a sentence?

Example: "The vet recommended they castrate the young bull."

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