cryptorchid Definition
- 1(of an animal) having one or both testicles undescended
- 2(of a plant) having the reproductive organs concealed
Using cryptorchid: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "cryptorchid" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The veterinarian diagnosed the dog as cryptorchid.
Example
Cryptorchidism is a common condition in male infants.
Example
The plant's cryptorchid flowers are difficult to pollinate.
cryptorchid Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for cryptorchid
- undescended
- retained testicle
- hidden reproductive organs
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Summary: cryptorchid in Brief
'Cryptorchid' [krip-tawr-kid] describes an animal with one or both testicles that have not descended, or a plant with concealed reproductive organs. It is a medical term used to diagnose and describe conditions like cryptorchidism in male infants or dogs. An example sentence is 'The veterinarian diagnosed the dog as cryptorchid.'
