1. to remove the ovaries of (a female animal) to prevent reproduction
Usage: veterinary

Examples

• We decided to spay our cat when she was six months old.
• The veterinarian recommended spaying the dog before her first heat cycle.
• Many animal shelters spay pets before adoption.
• It’s important to spay female animals to prevent overpopulation.
• The cost to spay a dog varies depending on the animal’s size.
• Our vet explained the benefits of spaying our puppy.