noun
scrotum
SKROH-tuhm
Scrotum (noun) means the pouch of skin behind the penis that holds the testicles in most male mammals.
noun
1
The pouch of skin behind the penis that holds the testicles in most male mammals.
"The doctor examined the scrotum during the physical."
How to use scrotum
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe pouch of skin that holds the testicles.
When to use it
Clinical/anatomical term, appropriate in medical contexts.
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Word forms
- Plural
- scrotums, scrota
Etymology
A direct borrowing from Latin scrōtum, referring to the same body part.
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of scrotum?
"scrotum" (noun) means the pouch of skin behind the penis that holds the testicles in most male mammals.
What is another word for scrotum?
Other words for "scrotum" include bag, ball bag, ballsac, ballsack, ballpark, bawbag.
How do you use scrotum in a sentence?
Example: "The doctor examined the scrotum during the physical."
