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    Se·men
    /ˈsēmən/

    noun

    • 1. the male reproductive fluid, containing spermatozoa in suspension.
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  3. noun [ U ] us / ˈsiː.mən / uk / ˈsiː.mən / Add to word list. a thick, whitish liquid containing sperm that is produced by the sex organs of men and some male animals. Synonym. seed (PLANT) literary. Compare. sperm. See also. seminal (LIQUID) specialized. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases. Animal reproduction. androgen. anti-estrogen.

  4. Definition of semen noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

    • What Is semen?
    • How Semen Is Produced
    • Taste and Odor of Semen
    • How Semen Looks
    • How Much Semen Is produced?
    • When to See A Healthcare Provider
    • Summary

    Semen is the cloudy, white fluid released from the penis when you ejaculate ("cum"). It consists of sperm cells (spermatozoa) and a sticky, syrupy liquid called seminal fluid. The role of seminal fluid is to transport sperm and provide them with nutrition and a stable environment so they can survive for up to five days to enable fertilization. With...

    Sperm cells are produced in the testicles (balls) and then transported to the epididymis, a coiled tube. There, the sperm mature under the influence of hormones from the testicles and pituitary gland. This process takes around two and a half to three months. Once mature, the sperm cells migrate to a long, muscular tube called the vas deferenswhere ...

    Semen can taste salty, sweet, or bitter and has a musky chlorine scent, similar to a blooming ornamental pear tree. Semen is typically more alkaline than acidic, an environment that sperm cells thrive in. With semen, a healthy pH balance(anywhere between 7.2 and 8.0) corresponds to a more ammonia-like or chlorine-like smell. At the same time, organ...

    Normal semen is generally an off-white or slightly yellow color. The consistency should be similar to that of egg whites or somewhat jelly-like. There may sometimes be jelly-like globules in the semen, which is normal if you are dehydrated or have not ejaculated in a long time. Changes in semen color or consistency are usually of little concern, bu...

    The volume of semen that is released during ejaculation can vary. A 2012 review of studies published in the Journal of Andrologysuggests the average volume is 3.4 milliliters (mL). This is roughly 2/3 of a teaspoon. Semen volume may impact male fertility. Research suggests having a higher-than-normal semen volume corresponds with a lower sperm coun...

    If you have concerns about your semen, talk to your healthcare provider, who may refer you to a urologist(a specialist of the male reproductive tract). Signs that should be evaluated include: 1. Abnormal discharge 2. Fever with other signs 3. Foul, "rotten," or fishy-smelling semen 4. Lump or hardness in a testicle 5. Red-, brown-, yellow-, or gree...

    Semen is typically off-white or slightly yellowish with a consistency similar to egg whites. It often has a slight ammonia scent and can vary in flavor from sweet to salty to bitter. Specific changes in the smell, taste, color, taste, volume, or consistency of your semen may indicate an infection, infertility, or disease. These include foul-smellin...

  5. Definition of semen – Learner’s Dictionary. semen. noun [ U ] uk. Your browser doesn't support HTML5 audio. / ˈsiːmən / us. Your browser doesn't support HTML5 audio. the liquid that is produced by the male sex organs, that contains sperm (= cells that join with female eggs to make new life) Want to learn more?

  6. Definitions of semen. noun. the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract. synonyms: come, ejaculate, seed, seminal fluid. see more.

  7. May 17, 2024 · Semen is the liquid containing sperm that is produced by the sex organs of men and male animals. Synonyms: sperm, seed [archaic, dialect], scum [US, slang], seminal fluid More Synonyms of semen. Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers. Word Frequency. semen in British English. (ˈsiːmɛn ) noun. 1.

  8. Apr 1, 2024 · Verb [ edit] semen ( third-person singular simple present semeth, present participle semende, semynge, first-/third-person singular past indicative and past participle semed ) To seem (to be); to look or be perceived as. To appear; to become visible or discernible. To deem or consider; to form a judgement.