noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
castration; neutering; sterilization
Primarily refers to surgical removal of reproductive organs in animals or humans. In veterinary contexts, often used for pets and livestock.
飼い猫を去勢するかどうか悩んでいる。
I'm debating whether to neuter my pet cat.
去
Neutering surgery is performed as part of animal health management.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
emasculation; taming; weakening
Figurative use: depriving someone or something of vigor, power, or masculinity. Often used in political or social commentary.
その政策は反対勢力を去勢するためのものだった。
The policy was meant to emasculate the opposition.
彼の意見は会議で完全に去勢されてしまった。
His opinion was completely neutered at the meeting.