prostate

noun

pros·​tate ˈprä-ˌstāt How to pronounce prostate (audio)
prostatic adjective

Examples of prostate in a Sentence

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Both Bugler and Knowles say their own experiences with cancer have fueled them in helping others and bringing greater awareness to prostate cancer. Caché McClay, USA TODAY, 20 Feb. 2025 Another study found that TRT doesn’t increase the risk of prostate cancer, even after more than 15 years of treatment. Angela Haupt, TIME, 19 Feb. 2025 At the time of his initial diagnosis, Sandberg wanted to serve as an advocate in the fight against prostate cancer, echoing the need to get regular medical checkups for early detection. Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2025 Nye walked the runway for the ninth annual Blue Jacket Fashion Show, an event that supports prostate cancer awareness. Julia Teti, WWD, 13 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for prostate

Word History

Etymology

New Latin prostata prostate gland, from Greek prostatēs, from proïstanai to put in front, from pro- before + histanai to cause to stand — more at pro-, stand

First Known Use

1638, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of prostate was in 1638

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“Prostate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/prostate. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

prostate

noun
pros·​tate ˈpräs-ˌtāt How to pronounce prostate (audio)
prostatic adjective

Medical Definition

prostate

1 of 2 noun
pros·​tate ˈpräs-ˌtāt How to pronounce prostate (audio)

prostate

2 of 2 adjective
: of, relating to, or being the prostate gland

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