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sperm

Pronunciation: [spɜrm]

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Learn how to use sperm in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “biology”

(noun) a type of cell produced by male animals that helps make babies. It's really tiny and swims to join with a female's egg to create a new life.

Example

The sperm from the male fish traveled to the eggs to help create new fish.

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There were no sperm in the sample, so fertilization couldn't happen.

Example

How many sperm are needed to fertilize an egg?

Context: “reproduction”

(noun) the fluid that contains sperm, released during a male's ejaculation. It is important for reproduction and helps sperm travel.

Example

The sperm was mixed with the fluid to help the sperm swim better.

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Without the sperm, the fluid would not be able to help with reproduction.

Example

What is the main purpose of the sperm in the fluid?

How to pronounce sperm

Pronunciation: [spɜrm]

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