scrotum
the pouch of skin that contains the testes.
Origin of scrotum
1Other words from scrotum
- scrotal, adjective
Words Nearby scrotum
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How to use scrotum in a sentence
This is particularly frequent in long-distance cycling, possibly due to reduced blood flow from saddle pressure and an overheating of the scrotum, which may be relevant to endurance runners, too.
scrotum, callosities, and naked parts of buttocks bright flesh-coloured, but not so bright as in C. hamadryas.
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British Dictionary definitions for scrotum
/ (ˈskrəʊtəm) /
the pouch of skin containing the testes in most mammals
Origin of scrotum
1Derived forms of scrotum
- scrotal, adjective
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Scientific definitions for scrotum
[ skrō′təm ]
The external sac of skin that encloses the testes in most mammals. The scrotum keeps the testes at the optimal temperature (slightly below body temperature) for producing sperm.
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Cultural definitions for scrotum
[ (skroh-tuhm) ]
The external pouch or sac located behind the penis. The scrotum contains the testes. (See reproductive systems.)
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