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testicular

C2
adjective

Pronunciation

UK

  • /tɛstˈɪkjʊlə/

US

  • /ˌtɛsˈtɪkjələr/

Description

The word "testicular" means "relating to the testicles," the two male reproductive organs that produce sperm and testosterone. It is mainly used in a medical or biological context, not in casual conversation. You might hear it when people talk about conditions like testicular cancer or about male reproductive health in general. For example, a doctor might perform a "testicular exam" during a check-up. Because the word refers to a private part of the body, it is usually used in a careful and appropriate way.

Examples

  1. 1

    Medical symptom

    He went to the emergency room because of sudden testicular pain.

  2. 2

    Self-exam

    The doctor recommended a monthly testicular self-exam to check for lumps.

    • Phrase

      self-exam

      checking your own body for signs of disease

  3. 3

    Cancer

    Testicular cancer is rare, but it often affects younger men.

Forms and spellings

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Main spelling

  • testicularadjective