neutered Definition
to remove the testicles of a male animal or the ovaries of a female animal, especially a pet, to prevent it from having babies or to make it calmer.
Using neutered: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "neutered" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The vet neutered my dog when he was six months old.
Example
Many animal shelters require that pets be neutered before they are adopted.
Example
Neutering can help reduce aggressive behavior in male cats.
neutered Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for neutered
- spayed
- sterilized
- castrated
Summary: neutered in Brief
The verb 'neutered' [ˈnjuːtəd] means to surgically remove the reproductive organs of an animal, usually a pet, to prevent it from having offspring or to reduce its aggression. It is commonly done to both male and female animals and is required by many animal shelters before adoption.
