monorchid
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: //məˈnɔːrkɪd//
KK: /mɒˈnɔːrkɪd/
adjective
Definition
Describing a condition where an individual has only one testicle present in the scrotum.
Example
The doctor explained that being monorchid can affect hormone levels and fertility.
Conversation
Did you hear about Jake's condition?
Yeah, I heard he’s a bit of a monorchid.
It must be tough for him, but he seems to handle it well.
Absolutely, he never lets it get him down.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
unilateral
single
one-sided
Antonyms
bilateral
double
paired
noun
Definition
A person or animal that has only one testicle, either because the other is absent or has not descended into the scrotum.
Example
The doctor explained that a monorchid may face certain health issues due to having only one testis.
Conversation
Did you hear about that athlete who is a monorchid?
Yeah, I read something about it; it's interesting how they still compete at such a high level.
It really makes you think about the challenges they face.
Root Explanation
Monorchid → It is formed from "mono-" (from Greek "monos", meaning single or alone) and "orchis" (from Greek "orchis", meaning testicle). The word "monorchid" refers to an individual having only one testicle.
Memory Tip
Think of 'mono-' meaning single and 'orchis' referring to testicles — this helps you remember that a monorchid is someone with only one testicle.
Visually Confused Words
orchid