scrotum

noun

scro·​tum ˈskrō-təm 

plural scrota ˈskrō-tə  or scrotums

: the external pouch that in most mammals contains the testes

scrotal

ˈskrō-tᵊl 

adjective

Examples of scrotum in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Those who don’t follow the rest guidelines run a small risk of complications, including bruising or swelling of the scrotum, infection or, more rarely, post-vasectomy pain syndrome, a chronic pain condition affecting the testicles. —Miriam Fauzia, Dallas Morning News, 20 Mar. 2026

This disruption of the lymphatic system can cause the extremities or the scrotum to swell tremendously. —Philip Budge, The Conversation, 5 Mar. 2026

For low sperm count, some of the causes are well known and easily addressable: the most common is varicocele (an enlargement of the veins in the scrotum), while others include taking too many hot baths or wearing overly tight underwear, smoking, sleep deprivation, and certain medications. —Annalisa Merelli, STAT, 19 Feb. 2026

There’s also a notable example of men using an uncertified device: the Andro-Switch, a silicone ring that’s worn around the scrotum for 15 hours a day and is available primarily in French-speaking countries. —Ana Castelain, Bloomberg, 28 Jan. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Latin; akin to Latin scrautum quiver

First Known Use

1597, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for scrotum

• autumn
• bottom

Kids Definition

scrotum

noun

scro·​tum ˈskrōt-əm 

plural scrota ˈskrōt-ə  or scrotums

: the pouch on the outside of the body that in most male mammals contains the testes

Medical Definition

scrotum

noun

scro·​tum ˈskrōt-əm 

plural scrota -ə  or scrotums

: the external sac that in most mammals contains the testes