Meaning of the word epididymis in English

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epididymis

US /ˌep.əˈdɪd.ə.məs/
UK /ˌep.əˈdɪd.ə.məs/
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Noun

1.

a highly convoluted tubule behind the testis, along which sperm pass to reach the vas deferens.

Example:
The epididymis stores and matures sperm.
Inflammation of the epididymis is called epididymitis.
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