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emasculation

 

[ ɪˌmæs.kjʊˈleɪ.ʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

surgical procedure

Emasculation refers to the surgical removal of the male reproductive organs, particularly the testes. This procedure is performed for various reasons, including medical necessity, such as treatment for testicular cancer, or as part of certain veterinary practices. Emasculation can also denote the loss of masculine traits or characteristics, extending into social or psychological contexts. In a broader sense, the term can describe any process that undermines a person's masculinity or power.

Synonyms

castration, neutering, sterilization

Examples of usage

  • The veterinarian recommended emasculation for the aging dog.
  • Emasculation is sometimes necessary in cases of severe testicular disease.
  • Cultural emasculation has sparked discussions about gender identity.

Translations

Translations of the word "emasculation" in other languages:

🇵🇹 emasculação

🇮🇳 नपुंसकता

🇩🇪 Kastration

🇮🇩 emasulasi

🇺🇦 кастрація

🇵🇱 kastracja

🇯🇵 去勢

🇫🇷 émasculation

🇪🇸 emasculación

🇹🇷 emasülasyon

🇰🇷 거세

🇸🇦 إخصاء

🇨🇿 emasculace

🇸🇰 emasculácia

🇨🇳 去势

🇸🇮 emasculacija

🇮🇸 kastrering

🇰🇿 емаскуляция

🇬🇪 ემასკულაცია

🇦🇿 emasculasiya

🇲🇽 emasculación

Word origin

The term 'emasculation' originates from the Latin word 'emasculare', which means 'to castrate' or 'to deprive of masculine strength'. This word is a combination of 'e-', meaning 'out of', and 'masculus', meaning 'male' or 'manly'. Its use can be traced back to the 14th century, initially referring to the physical act of removing male genitalia. Over time, the term evolved to encompass not only the literal procedure but also metaphorical meanings related to the reduction of masculinity, authority, or power in both physical and social contexts. In contemporary discussions, emasculation may involve discussions of gender roles and the pressures faced by men in society.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,016 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.