Definition

A tool or device used to remove the male reproductive organs of an animal, often used in veterinary practices.

Example

The veterinarian used an emasculator to perform the surgery on the male goat.

Conversation

Have you ever seen an emasculator in action?

No, I haven't! What does it do?

It's actually a tool used in farming for castrating animals.

That sounds intense — I can’t imagine watching that!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Emasculator → It is formed from "e-" (meaning out) and "masculare" (from Latin, meaning to make male or masculine). The word refers to a device or agent that removes male characteristics, particularly in the context of castration.

Memory Tip

Think of 'making male' ('masculare') and 'removing' ('e-') to remember that an emasculator is something that takes away male characteristics.

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