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scrotum

 

[ หˆskroสŠtษ™m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

anatomy male

The scrotum is a pouch of skin containing the testicles. It plays a crucial role in regulating the temperature of the testes, which is essential for sperm production. The scrotum keeps the testes slightly cooler than the body's core temperature, as higher temperatures can adversely affect sperm viability. In addition, the scrotum can contract or relax to move the testes closer to the body for warmth or further away to cool, depending on external temperatures. Conditions affecting the scrotum can lead to discomfort or reproductive issues.

Synonyms

scrotal sac, testicular sac

Examples of usage

  • The doctor examined the patient's scrotum for abnormalities.
  • He felt discomfort in his scrotum during exercise.
  • The scrotum regulates the temperature of the testicles.
  • An injury to the scrotum can be very painful.

Translations

Translations of the word "scrotum" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น escroto

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เค‚เคกเค•เฅ‹เคท

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Hodensack

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ skrotum

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะพัะพะบ

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 moลกnjak

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ pungur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะฐะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒ™แƒ แƒแƒขแƒฃแƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ skrotum

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ escroto

Word origin

The term 'scrotum' is derived from the Latin word 'scrotum', which means 'to hold'. This reflects its function as a holder of the testicles. The usage of the word in anatomical context dates back to the 14th century and has since become a standard term in both medical and common language. The scrotum is a feature unique to male mammals and has evolved to provide optimal conditions for sperm development by enabling thermal regulation. Its importance in reproductive health has led to many studies concerning various medical conditions affecting it, emphasizing its critical role in male fertility.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,044, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.