prostate

/ˈpɹɒs.teɪt/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: prostates

Sense 1

Meaning · English

The prostate gland.

Noun

Examples

Finally, Paul made me get my prostate checked. As I say, he's already left a legacy. But if you haven't chaps, please get yourself checked over - it's worth it.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

Of or relating to the prostate gland.

Adjective

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “prostate” mean?

The prostate gland.

Is “prostate” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.