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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

orchiectomy

/ɔːrkiːˈɛktəmi/ noun · British & US
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What does orchiectomy mean?

noun

Surgical removal of one or both testicles, often performed as a treatment for testicular cancer or as a form of castration.

Example

"The doctor explained to the patient that an orchiectomy was the most effective treatment option for his condition."

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