EUNUCH


Meaning of EUNUCH in English

n.1 a castrated man, esp. one formerly employed at an oriental harem or court.

2 a person lacking effectiveness (political eunuch).

Etymology: ME f. L eunuchus f. Gk eunoukhos lit. bedchamber attendant f. eune bed + second element rel. to ekho hold

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