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Definition of inseminate

inseminate

/ɪnˈsɛm.ɪ.neɪt/
in · sem · i · nate
Adjective:inseminated
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Past Simple:inseminated
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Past Participle:inseminated
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Present Participle:inseminating
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1

To introduce semen into the reproductive tract of a female human or animal, either through natural mating or by medical or veterinary procedures.

Example

"Veterinarians often artificially inseminate dairy cattle to improve the genetic traits of the herd."

2

To sow seeds in soil or implant ideas, principles, or influences into a mind or culture (archaic or figurative).

Example

"The philosopher sought to inseminate the public discourse with new perspectives on civic duty."

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• Rhymes for inseminate

• Nearby Words

insecurely
insecureness
insecurity
inseminate
insemination
insensible
insensibly

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the early 17th century from Latin inseminatus, the past participle of inseminare ('to sow or plant in'), formed from in- ('into') and semen ('seed'). Originally used literally for sowing seeds in soil, the biological sense became primary in the early 20th century.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Inseminate. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/inseminate
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