testicle

noun

tes·​ti·​cle ˈte-sti-kəl 

: testis

especially : one of a higher mammal usually with its enclosing structures

testicular

te-ˈsti-kyə-lər 

adjective

Examples of testicle in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

On Tuesday, the Athletics announced a couple of injuries, one of which was Kuroda-Grauer, who sustained a ruptured testicle. — Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 22 July 2026

Studies suggest that roughly 90% of ruptured testicles can be salvaged when they're surgically repaired within about 72 hours of the injury, compared with about 45% after that window. — Angela Haupt, Time, 22 July 2026

Certain conditions can also suppress testosterone production, including sleep disorders such as sleep apnea, damage to the testicles, pituitary disorders, some cancer treatments and chronic illnesses. — Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 20 July 2026

Supplementing the hormone signals the body to shut down production of its own supply, which can shrink the testicles and suppress sperm. — Adam Stanaland, The Conversation, 20 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English testicule, from Latin testiculus, diminutive of testis

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

testicle

noun

tes·​ti·​cle ˈtes-ti-kəl 

: testis

Medical Definition

testicle

noun

tes·​ti·​cle ˈtes-ti-kəl 

: testis

especially : one with its enclosing structures