Testis (Noun)
Meaning
One of the two male reproductive glands that produce spermatozoa and secrete androgens; "she kicked him in the balls and got away".
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The doctor explained that a tumor had been detected in one of his testis during the ultrasound.
- The anatomy textbook included detailed illustrations of the human testis and its function.
- Getting kicked in the testis was a painful injury that Steven never forgot.
- The surgeon specialized in performing vasectomies to prevent sperm from leaving the testis.
- In many animal species, the testis plays a crucial role in fertilization and reproduction.