neutering

The word “neutering” has 3 syllables: neu-ter-ing

It's pronounced as /ˈnjuːtərɪŋ/


What is synonym and antonym for neutering?

In the thesaurus, “neutering” has 8 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for neutering along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for neutering

  • altering
  • castrating
  • desexing
  • emasculating
  • fixing
  • gelding
  • spaying
  • sterilizing

Meanings of neutering

  • verb
    1. To remove sex organs from an animal to prevent it from having offspring; to castrate or spay, particularly as applied to domestic animals.
    2. To rid of sexuality.
    3. To drastically reduce the effectiveness of something.
  • noun
    1. The act by which something is neutered.

Example Sentences

  • Neutering pets helps reduce the number of unwanted animals in shelters.
  • The local clinic offers low-cost neutering services for cats and dogs.
  • After neutering, the dog became calmer and less territorial.
  • Many communities promote neutering as part of their animal control programs.
  • Some people choose neutering to prevent certain health problems in their pets.

On this page you'll find 8 synonyms or another words to neutering, such as: altering, castrating, desexing, emasculating, fixing, gelding, spaying.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

Related Words

negativing

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neutralizing

  • abrogating
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  • neutering
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offsetting

  • aid
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  • neutering
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paralyzing

  • acute
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  • vast
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  • wasting
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  • weirding out

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