Definition

A person or animal that cannot reproduce because their reproductive organs have been removed or damaged.

Example

The castrate was unable to father any offspring due to the surgery he underwent.

Conversation

Did you ever read that article about the effects of being a castrate?

I haven't, but it sounds interesting. What did it say?

It talked about how it impacts animals and their behavior.

That's fascinating! I never thought about how much it could change them.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To remove the reproductive organs of a male animal or person, which makes them unable to reproduce.

Example

The veterinarian had to castrate the male dog to prevent unwanted puppies.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the new procedure they use to castrate male pets?

Yeah, I think it's important for controlling the pet population.

I agree, but I wonder how they decide when to castrate them.

Root Explanation

Castrate → It is formed from "castrare" (meaning to cut) and the suffix "-ate" (indicating to make or to cause). The word "castrate" means to make someone unable to reproduce by cutting or removing reproductive organs.

Memory Tip

Think of the action of 'cutting' ('castrare') to remember that 'castrate' means to make someone unable to reproduce.

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