Vasectomy

Pronunciation: /vəˈsɛktəmi/

Definitions of vasectomy

noun a surgical procedure for male sterilization or permanent contraception, in which the vasa deferentia are severed and sealed

Example Sentences

A1 A vasectomy is a permanent form of birth control for men.

A2 Some men choose to have a vasectomy to prevent pregnancy.

B1 Before getting a vasectomy, it's important to discuss the procedure with a doctor.

B2 There are different methods of performing a vasectomy, including traditional surgery and no-scalpel techniques.

C1 After a vasectomy, it is recommended to use another form of birth control until confirmed sterility.

C2 Men considering a vasectomy should carefully weigh the pros and cons before making a decision.

Examples of vasectomy in a Sentence

formal The man decided to undergo a vasectomy to permanently prevent any chance of pregnancy.

informal My friend got a vasectomy last week so he doesn't have to worry about birth control anymore.

slang I heard Bob got 'snipped' and got a vasectomy. No more kids for him!

figurative Getting a vasectomy is like putting a permanent lock on the baby-making factory.

Grammatical Forms of vasectomy

• plural: vasectomies
• comparative: more vasectomy
• superlative: most vasectomy
• present tense: vasectomize
• future tense: will vasectomize
• perfect tense: have vasectomized
• continuous tense: is vasectomizing
• singular: vasectomy
• positive degree: vasectomized
• infinitive: to vasectomize
• gerund: vasectomizing
• participle: vasectomized

Origin and Evolution of vasectomy

First Known Use: 1899 year

Language of Origin: Latin and Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'vasectomy' originates from the Latin word 'vas' meaning vessel and the Greek word 'ektomia' meaning excision.

Evolution of the word: The term 'vasectomy' was first used in medical literature in the late 19th century to describe the surgical procedure of cutting or blocking the vas deferens, a tube that carries sperm from the testicles. Over time, the word has become widely used to refer to the procedure itself and is now a common term in the field of reproductive health.