Neuter (Verb)
Meaning
Remove the ovaries of; "Is your cat spayed?".
Classification
Verbs of grooming, dressing and bodily care.
Examples
- The doctor recommended that the female dog be neutered to prevent unwanted breeding.
- To prevent further population growth, the animal shelter's policy is to neuter adopted cats.
- As a breeder, she typically chooses not to neuter her prize-winning show dogs.
- Since your cat isn't neutered yet, it's essential to keep her indoors to avoid unwanted kittens.
- The veterinarian advised neutering the stray female rabbit to avoid health complications later in life.