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.