Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
neut
noun
/njuːt/
Definition
A term used to refer to an organism, especially an animal, that has been neutered or sterilized.
Examples
- After adopting the stray cat, I decided to have him neut to avoid unwanted litters.
- The local animal shelter offers free neutering services to encourage responsible pet ownership.
Meaning
In biological terms, neutering refers to the surgical removal of reproductive organs to prevent reproduction.
Synonyms
- sterilized
- castrated
- spayed