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Noun eunuch has 1 sense
- eunuch, castrate - a man who has been castrated and is incapable of reproduction; "eunuchs guarded the harem"
--1 is a kind of man, adult male
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Eunuch
Definition: A castrated man, typically employed in a royal or harem household in the past.
Senses:
- Noun: A man who has been castrated, often used to serve in positions of power or supervision within a royal household or harem.
- Noun: A person who lacks masculine qualities or assertiveness, often used metaphorically.
Sample Sentences:
- The eunuch served as a trusted adviser to the queen, managing the affairs of the court.
- In ancient China, eunuchs played influential roles in the imperial palace.
- Some believe that power-seeking individuals often end up as eunuchs in their personal relationships.
- John may have excelled academically, but he's a complete eunuch when it comes to assertiveness.
- She felt like a eunuch in the male-dominated boardroom, struggling to voice her opinions confidently.
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