Plural of eunuch; men who have been castrated, historically often to serve in royal courts, harems, or religious institutions. They were sometimes granted significant political power due to their inability to establish dynasties.
From Greek 'eunouchos' meaning 'bedroom guard,' from 'eune' (bed) + 'echein' (to keep/guard). This etymology reveals their original role as trusted guardians of women's quarters in ancient palaces, where their condition ensured they posed no reproductive threat.
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