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semen
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Semen (noun) means the fluid produced by male reproductive organs that carries sperm.
noun
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The fluid produced by male reproductive organs that carries sperm.
"The clinic tested a semen sample as part of the fertility check."
How to use semen
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe reproductive fluid released by male mammals.
When to use it
A clinical/biological term; everyday speech often uses more informal alternatives.
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Word forms
- Plural
- semens
Etymology
From Latin semen, meaning "seed," from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning "to sow."
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Rhymes for semen
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What is the meaning of semen?
"semen" (noun) means the fluid produced by male reproductive organs that carries sperm.
What is another word for semen?
Other words for "semen" include come, seed, ejaculate, seminal fluid, cum.
How do you use semen in a sentence?
Example: "The clinic tested a semen sample as part of the fertility check."