spay

• Verbo que significa la extirpación quirúrgica de los ovarios de una hembra animal, generalmente una mascota, para impedir la reproducción.

A verb meaning to surgically remove the ovaries of a female animal, typically a domestic pet, to prevent reproduction.

1. B2formalmedical

   To surgically remove the ovaries of a female animal, typically to prevent reproduction.

   Esterilizar (extirpación de ovarios)

   • The veterinarian spayed the cat to prevent unwanted kittens.
   • Many pet owners choose to spay their dogs for health benefits.
   • The shelter spays all animals before adoption.

   Sinónimosfixneutersterilize