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vasectomy
nounfemininetechnicalcommon/vɐzɛˈtɔmjɐ/va·sec·to·mi·a
Definition
1A surgical procedure for male sterilization involving the cutting and sealing of the vas deferens to prevent sperm from reaching the semen.
Usage examples
“He decided to have a vasectomy after the birth of their third child.”
“Vasectomy is considered a permanent method of contraception.”
Antonyms
Common combinations
have a vasectomybilateral vasectomyvasectomy surgery