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Vocabulary Entry
pseudohermaphroditism
|noun • adjective
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N
noun
A condition where an organism has both male and female reproductive systems that are not fully functional.
Example Sentences
"Pseudohermaphroditism can occur in various species, including humans."
"The clinic specializes in studying cases of pseudohermaphroditism."
"Researchers are investigating the genetic factors associated with pseudohermaphroditism."
A
adjective
Describing an individual or organism that displays characteristics of both male and female anatomy but is not a true hermaphrodite.
Example Sentences
"The pseudohermaphroditic traits in the specimen were unusual."
"She was diagnosed with pseudohermaphroditic conditions as a child."
"The study focused on the pseudohermaphroditic nature of the species."