scrotum

noun

scro·​tum ˈskrō-təm How to pronounce scrotum (audio)
plural scrota ˈskrō-tə How to pronounce scrotum (audio) or scrotums
: the external pouch that in most mammals contains the testes
scrotal adjective

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Studies have linked tight underwear to an increase in the temperature of the scrotum, potentially affecting sperm concentration. Cristina Mutchler, Health, 2 Dec. 2024 This causes the enlargement of blood vessels similar to varicose veins, typically in the left scrotum. Josephine Hessert, Verywell Health, 1 Dec. 2024 France won, 16–3, and the All Blacks team captain suffered a concussion, the loss of several teeth, and a torn scrotum. Ed Caesar, The New Yorker, 4 Nov. 2024 Another is scrotal hematoma, which is when blood collects in the scrotum, causing pain, swelling, and bruising. Wendy Wisner, Health, 18 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for scrotum 

Word History

Etymology

Latin; akin to Latin scrautum quiver

First Known Use

1597, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of scrotum was in 1597

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“Scrotum.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scrotum. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

scrotum

noun
scro·​tum ˈskrōt-əm How to pronounce scrotum (audio)
plural scrota ˈskrōt-ə How to pronounce scrotum (audio) or scrotums
: the pouch on the outside of the body that in most male mammals contains the testes

Medical Definition

scrotum

noun
scro·​tum ˈskrōt-əm How to pronounce scrotum (audio)
plural scrota -ə How to pronounce scrotum (audio) or scrotums
: the external sac that in most mammals contains the testes

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