cryptorchid

/ krɪpˈtɔːkɪd /

noun

1. an animal or human in which the testes fail to descend into the scrotum

adjective

1. denoting or relating to such an individual

Derived Forms

• crypˈtorchidˌism, noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of cryptorchid¹

from crypto- + orchid , from Greek orkhis testicle

Example Sentences

Cryptorchid bucks don’t express dominance, don’t rub trees and can’t breed, causing them to display behavior more similar to does than bucks.

From Washington Times

In one case a monorchid generated a cryptorchid child.

From Project Gutenberg

In examining a supposed cryptorchid colt, he should be twitched.

From Project Gutenberg

The castration of a true cryptorchid requires a special operation.

From Project Gutenberg