Desex (Verb)
Meaning
Make infertile; "in some countries, people with genetically transmissible disabilites are sterilized".
Classification
Verbs of grooming, dressing and bodily care.
Examples
- Many animal shelters desex stray animals to control population growth and prevent unwanted litters.
- The vet recommended that we desex our dog to reduce its risk of certain health problems.
- In some countries, laws allow authorities to desex individuals with genetic disorders to prevent the transmission of the condition.
- As part of the adoption process, the rescue organization requires that all cats be desexed to prevent further breeding.
- The government's sterilization program aims to desex individuals with severe intellectual disabilities, sparking heated debates about human rights.