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Testis

Pronunciation varies by accent · noun

Meaning

(anatomy) A testicle of a vertebrate..

Definitions by Sense

  1. (anatomy) A testicle of a vertebrate.
  2. (biology) An analogous gland in invertebrates such as the hydra.

Example Sentences

In the Middle Ages, for instance, a recipe for sex stimulation required the putrefied flesh of a human corpse, together with both human and animal testes and ovaries, pimento, and alcohol.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does testis mean?

Testis means (anatomy) A testicle of a vertebrate..

What is a synonym for testis?

Common synonyms include nut, ball, gonad, bollock.

What is the opposite of testis?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use testis in a sentence?

In the Middle Ages, for instance, a recipe for sex stimulation required the putrefied flesh of a human corpse, together with both human and animal testes and ovaries, pimento, and alcohol.

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