scro·tum (skrtm)
n. pl. scro·ta (-t) or scro·tums
The external sac of skin enclosing the testes in most mammals.
[Latin scrtum.]
scrotal (skrtl) adj.
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scrotum [ˈskrəʊtəm]
n pl -ta [-tə], -tums
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Anatomy) the pouch of skin containing the testes in most mammals
[from Latin]
scrotal adj
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scro•tum (ˈskroʊ təm)
n., pl. -ta (-tə), -tums.
the pouch of skin that contains the testes.
[1590–1600; < Latin scrōtum]
scro′tal, adj.
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scrotum (skrtm)
Plural scrota or scrotums
The external sac of skin that encloses the testes in most mammals. The scrotum keeps the testes at the optimal temperature (slightly below body temperature) for producing sperm.
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Thesaurus Legend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun | 1. | scrotum - the external pouch that contains the testes
pouch, pocket - (anatomy) saclike structure in any of various animals (as a marsupial or gopher or pelican)
seminal duct - the efferent duct of the testis in man
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