prostate
Prostate (noun) means a small gland in male mammals, located below the bladder, that produces part of the fluid in semen. Example: “Doctors recommend men over 50 get their prostate checked regularly.”
How to use prostate
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA gland only men have, sitting just below the bladder, important in reproduction and a common site of health issues with age.
Often misspelled "prostrate" (which means lying flat) — the two words are unrelated in meaning despite the similar spelling.
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prostates plural
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Doctors recommend men over 50 get their _____ checked regularly.
Etymology
From Middle French prostate, borrowed from Medieval Latin prostata, ultimately from Ancient Greek prostátēs, "one who stands before/guardian."
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What does "prostate" mean when used as an adjective, such as in "prostate cancer"?
As an adjective, "prostate" simply means relating to the prostate gland, as in "prostate cancer" or "prostate exam." It describes conditions, procedures, or issues connected to this gland.
Why is the prostate gland medically significant?
The prostate gland produces part of the seminal fluid and is located below the bladder in male mammals, making it a focus of regular medical screening, particularly for cancer and enlargement, as men age.
What is the meaning of prostate?
"prostate" (noun) means a small gland in male mammals, located below the bladder, that produces part of the fluid in semen.
What is another word for prostate?
Other words for "prostate" include prostatic, prostate gland.