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scrota

 

[ หˆskroสŠtษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

anatomy

Scrota are the plural form of scrotum, which is a pouch of skin containing the testicles. This glandular structure is responsible for protecting and regulating the temperature of the testes. Maintaining a cooler temperature is crucial for proper sperm production and overall reproductive health. The scrotum's ability to move closer to or further from the body helps maintain optimal conditions for sperm viability. Issues related to the scrota, like infections or tumors, can affect male fertility and reproductive health.

Synonyms

scrotum, testicular pouch

Examples of usage

  • The scrota help regulate temperature for the testicles.
  • Infections of the scrota can lead to serious health issues.
  • The anatomy of the scrota is important for understanding male reproduction.

Translations

Translations of the word "scrota" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น escroto

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅเค•เฅเคฐเฅ‹เคŸเคฎ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Skrotum

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ skrotum

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัั–ะผ'ัะฝะธะบะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ moszna

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้™ฐๅšข

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท scrotum

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ escroto

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท skrotum

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์Œ๋‚ญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒูŠุณ ุงู„ุตูู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ skrotum

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ skrotum

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้˜ดๅ›Š

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ skrotum

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ pungur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัั–ะผ'ัะฝะธะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒฅแƒ แƒแƒขแƒฃแƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ skrotum

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ escroto

Word origin

The term 'scrotum' originates from the Latin word 'scrotus', meaning 'a bag' or 'pouch'. This reflects the bag-like structure of the scrotum that houses the testicles. The Latin root is derived from the verb 'scroto,' which means 'to conceal' or 'to hide', alluding to the scrotum's function of keeping the testicles protected. The medical understanding of the scrotum has evolved over centuries, with early anatomical studies often depicting its role in male reproductive biology. Ancient texts from Galen to Vesalius have documented the anatomy and significance of the scrotum, emphasizing its essential role in male fertility and health. In contemporary medicine, the study of scrota encompasses various aspects, including their physiological functions, diseases, and treatments related to male reproductive health.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #42,837, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.