Word
castrated
Phoneticscas·trat·ed, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈkæsˌtɹeɪtɪd/
UK/kˈɑːstɹeɪtɪd/
Definition
v. to have the testicles removed from a male animal or person. This is often done to stop the animal from reproducing or to change its behavior.
v. to surgically remove the testicles from a male mammal or human. Often used in agricultural contexts to describe the neutering of livestock or in historical contexts regarding the castration of eunuchs.
Examples
“The farmer had the bull castrated to make him easier to handle.”
“In many parts of the world, male cats are castrated to prevent them from roaming and fighting with other males.”
“The historical records indicate that several royal servants were castrated during their youth to ensure their loyalty and to prevent the spread of royal lineage through illegitimate means.”
Examples
simple
“The farmer had the bull castrated to make him easier to handle.”
contextual
“In many parts of the world, male cats are castrated to prevent them from roaming and fighting with other males.”
complex
“The historical records indicate that several royal servants were castrated during their youth to ensure their loyalty and to prevent the spread of royal lineage through illegitimate means.”
Real-World Examples
“They first examined what happened when male mice were castrated, removing the primary source of testosterone.” - Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C2 ProficiencyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.8.5–9.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 6.0114–120
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C2 · Proficiency
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