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neu·ter (ntr)
adj.
1. Having undeveloped or imperfectly developed sexual organs.
2. Sexually undeveloped.
n.
A castrated animal.
v.
To castrate or spay.

neuter
1. to desex an animal. This has assumed an important role in the management and control of companion animal populations. castration and ovariohysterectomy are the usual procedures.
2. a desexed animal.
3. a castrated male cat.


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