inseminating
|in-se-mi-na-ting|
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/ɪnˈsɛmɪˌneɪtɪŋ/
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/ɪnˈsɛmɪneɪtɪŋ/
(inseminate)
introduce semen
Etymology
Etymology Information
'inseminate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'inseminare,' where 'in-' meant 'into' and 'seminare' meant 'to sow or plant.'
Historical Evolution
'inseminare' transformed into the French word 'inséminer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'inseminate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to sow seeds,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'introducing semen into the reproductive tract.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to introduce semen into the reproductive tract of a female.
The veterinarian is inseminating the cow to improve the herd's genetics.
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Last updated: 2025/06/19 02:45