uncastrated
/'ʌn'kætəlɔgd/
Definition
Adjective: - Not castrated: Describes a male animal whose testicles have not been surgically removed. This is the primary and only meaning of the word.
Usage
The word "uncastrated" is used specifically in the context of animal husbandry, veterinary science, and general discussions about livestock or pets. It is a technical or descriptive term, often contrasted with "castrated." It is typically used as an attributive adjective (placed before the noun it modifies).
Examples
- The farmer kept an uncastrated bull for breeding purposes.
- An uncastrated male cat is called a tom.
- The price of the horse was higher because it was uncastrated and suitable for stud.
Advanced Usage
- In a biological or zoological context: The term can be used in scientific writing to specify the reproductive status of an animal in a study.
- The research compared the aggression levels between castrated and uncastrated males of the species.
Variants and Related Words
- Castrated (adj.): The direct antonym, meaning an animal (typically male) whose testicles have been removed.
- Entire (adj.): A common synonym used in animal breeding, especially for horses and dogs (e.g., an stallion).
- Intact (adj.): Another frequent synonym, meaning "not altered," often used for pets (e.g., an male dog).
Synonyms
- Intact
- Entire
- Whole (in specific contexts)
Antonyms
- Castrated
- Neutered
- Gelded (specifically for horses)
- Altered
Adjective
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not castrated
