Sexing: meaning, definitions and examples

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sexing

 

[ หˆsษ›k.sษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

biological classification

Sexing refers to the process of determining the sex of an individual organism. This is commonly used in the animal and plant sciences, particularly in agriculture and breeding. Accurate sexing is crucial for successful reproduction and breeding programs.

Synonyms

gender classification, sex determination.

Examples of usage

  • Sexing chicks helps farmers ensure they have the right mix of hens and roosters.
  • The researchers are sexing the fish to study their breeding habits.
  • Sexing plants can be essential for cultivating desirable varieties.

Translations

Translations of the word "sexing" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น sexo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅ‡เค•เฅเคธ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Sex

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ seks

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะตะบั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ seks

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ปใƒƒใ‚ฏใ‚น

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sexe

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ sexo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท seks

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์„ฑ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฌู†ุณ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sex

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sex

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ€ง

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ seks

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kyn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถั‹ะฝั‹ั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒ”แƒฅแƒกแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ cins

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ sexo

Etymology

The term 'sexing' derives from the word 'sex,' which comes from the Latin 'sexus,' meaning 'gender' or 'the state of being male or female.' The concept of sexing organisms became significant in the 19th century, especially with the growing understanding of genetics and reproduction. In agricultural science, the need to accurately determine the sex of livestock and plants became a priority to optimize breeding practices and production results. Over the years, various methods for sexing, including visual observation and genetic testing, were developed, enhancing the efficiency and reliability of the process.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,607, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.