desexuali'zation
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desexualize or desexualise (diːˈsɛksjʊəˌlaɪz) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —vb | |
| (tr) Often shortened to: desex to deprive of sexual characteristics by the surgical removal of the testicles or ovaries; castrate or spay | |
| desexualise or desexualise (diːˈsɛksjʊəˌlaɪz, diːˈsɛks) | |
| —vb | |
| desexuali'zation or desexualise | |
| —n | |
| desexuali'sation or desexualise | |
| —n | |
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