noun
- males (especially mammals) having one or both testicles that have not descended into the scrotum
Usage: medical; veterinary
Examples
- The veterinarian examined the cryptorchids in the breeding program.
- Cryptorchids are often excluded from dog shows due to breeding standards.
- The condition is more common in certain breeds, making some animals cryptorchids.
- Surgical correction may be recommended for cryptorchids in some cases.
- The breeder carefully screened for cryptorchids before selling the puppies.