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gelded

/ˈɡɛldɪd/ verb · British & US
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What does gelded mean?

verb

To castrate an animal, especially a male horse, or to remove the testicles of a male animal. To deprive someone or something of power or influence.

Example

"The gelded stallion was no longer able to breed, and was retired to a life of leisure."

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