Insemination

/ɪnˌsɛmɪˈneɪʃən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The introduction of sperm into a female's reproductive system for the purpose of achieving pregnancy.

Artificial insemination is a common procedure used in fertility treatments.

The act of sowing seeds or a similar process in agricultural practices.

Insemination of crops is critical for ensuring a good harvest.

A medical procedure or act of fertilization that involves inserting sperm directly into a woman’s uterus.

From the Latin 'inseminare', meaning 'to sow in or into'.

artificial insemination

A medical procedure used to cause pregnancy without sexual intercourse.

natural insemination

The process of achieving pregnancy through sexual intercourse.

insemination technique

Methods and procedures used to introduce sperm into the reproductive tract.

inseminate

To introduce sperm into a reproductive tract.

fertilization

The process of a sperm cell joining with an egg.

Sperm donation

She went to a clinic for sperm donation to assist her insemination.

Getting knocked up

After the insemination, they were excited about getting knocked up.