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desex

Pronunciation: /diːˈsɛks/
Definition of desex

verb

[with object] (usually as adjective desexed)
  • 1deprive (someone) of sexual qualities or attraction:Lawrence portrays feminists as shrill, humourless, and desexed
  • 2castrate or spay (an animal): about 80 per cent of cats are desexed

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Definition of desex in the US English dictionary
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