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What root word means testes?

The root word for "testes" is orchid-.

It's not as commonly known as some other root words, but it's found in terms like:

* orchiditis: inflammation of the testes

* orchidectomy: surgical removal of one or both testes

* orchidoplexy: surgical fixation of a testis

Keep in mind that "orchid-" is a Greek root word, so it may not be as widely used in English as Latin-based roots.

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