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sperm (2)
sperm [ spurm ] (plural sperms)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. industry 
Same as  spermaceti
2. industry 
Same as  sperm oil
3. marine biology 
Same as  sperm whale
[Mid-19th century. Shortening]
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