Definition

A coiled tube located at the back of each testicle that stores and matures sperm before it moves to the vas deferens.

Example

The epididymis plays a crucial role in the development of sperm cells.

Conversation

I was reading about the male reproductive system and learned about the epididymis.

Oh really? What does it do?

It's a tube that connects to the testicles and helps with sperm maturation.

That sounds interesting! I didn't know it played such a crucial role.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Epididymis → It is formed from "epi-" (meaning upon or above) and "didymis" (from Greek "didymos", meaning twin). The word refers to the structure that is located above the testis, resembling a twin or paired structure.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'upon' ('epi-') a 'twin' ('didymis') — the epididymis is the structure that sits above the testis, like a twin.

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