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ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD VAS DEFERENS

From New Latin, from Latin vās vessel + deferēns, present participle of deferre to bear away.
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PRONUNCIATION OF VAS DEFERENS

vas deferens  [ˈvæs ˈdɛfəˌrɛnz] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF VAS DEFERENS

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Vas deferens is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES VAS DEFERENS MEAN IN ENGLISH?

vas deferens

Vas deferens

The vas deferens, also called ductus deferens, is part of the male anatomy of many vertebrates; these vasa transport sperm from the epididymis to the ejaculatory ducts in anticipation of ejaculation.

Definition of vas deferens in the English dictionary

The definition of vas deferens in the dictionary is the duct that conveys spermatozoa from the epididymis to the urethra.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH VAS DEFERENS


Benz
bɛnz
cleanse
klɛnz
ens
ɛnz
Fens
fɛnz
gens
dʒɛnz
impatiens
ɪmˈpeɪʃɪˌɛnz
lens
lɛnz
persiennes
ˌpɜːsɪˈɛnz
sapiens
ˈsæpɪɛnz
TENS
tɛnz
Valens
ˈveɪlɛnz

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE VAS DEFERENS

vas
vasa
vasa deferentia
vasal
Vasarely
Vasari
Vasco da Gama
vascula
vascular
vascular bundle
vascular ray
vascular tissue
vascularisation
vascularise
vascularity
vascularization
vascularize
vascularly
vasculature
vasculiform

WORDS THAT END LIKE VAS DEFERENS

Amiens
Athens
barrens
Behrens
dickens
dozens
gardens
greens
heavens
Homo sapiens
Horsens
Lake Torrens
Owens
Queens
Rubens
siemens
Steffens
Stevens
teens
Torrens

Synonyms and antonyms of vas deferens in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «vas deferens» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF VAS DEFERENS

Find out the translation of vas deferens to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of vas deferens from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «vas deferens» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

输精管
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

conductos deferentes
570 millions of speakers

English

vas deferens
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

वीएएस deferens
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

الأسهر
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

семявыносящих протоков
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

canais deferentes
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

ভাস deferens
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

canal déférent
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Vas deferens
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Samenleiter
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

輸精管
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

정관
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Vas deferens
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

ống dẫn tinh
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

Vas deferens
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

वास डिफरन्स
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

Vas deferens
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

deferenti
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

nasieniowodu
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

сім´явиносних проток
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

deferent
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

σπερματικού πόρου
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

vas deferens
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

sädesledare
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

sædlederen
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of vas deferens

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «VAS DEFERENS»

The term «vas deferens» is regularly used and occupies the 56.416 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «VAS DEFERENS» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «vas deferens» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «vas deferens» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about vas deferens

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «VAS DEFERENS»

Discover the use of vas deferens in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to vas deferens and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Glenn's Urologic Surgery
FIGURE 53.3 Palpation of the vas deferens on physical examination. (From Goldstein M. Surgical management of male infertility and other scrotal disorders. In: Campbell's urology, 8th ed. Philadelphia: WB Saunders, 2002:1532–1587, with ...
Sam D. Graham, Thomas E. Keane, James Francis Glenn, 2010
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Color Atlas of Human Anatomy: Internal organs. Volume 2
Ductus Deferens (Vas Deferens) Cross anatomy (A). The ductus deferens/vas deferens (A1) is a 35-40cm long continuation of the duct of the epididymis that transports sperm. It is 3-3.5 mm thick and has a strong, muscular wall. After emerging ...
Helga Fritsch, Wolfgang Kühnel, 2008
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Thieme Atlas of Anatomy: Neck and Internal Organs
Inguinal canal Ureter Bladder Vas deferens Ejaculatory duct Muscularis, outer intermediate longitudinal fibers circular fibers Seminal vesicle Excretory duct Epididymis Testis A Overview of the seminiferous structures Anterior view of the male ...
Lawrence M. Ross, Edward D. Lamperti, 2006
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Urologic Pathology
Congenital absence of the vas deferens: A review of the literature and report of three cases. / Urol. 1950:63:176. 647. Ayyat F, Palmer MD, Tingley IO. Ectopic vas deferens communicating with lower ureter. Urology. 1982:19:423. 648. Beheshti ...
Robert O. Petersen, I. Sesterhenn, Charles J. Davis, 2009
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Clinical Gynecologic Endocrinology and Infertility
Approximately 25% of men with unilateral vasal agenesis and 10% of men with congenital bilateral absence of the vas deferens have unilateral renal agenesis. 21* Testicular Biopsy In azoospermic men, testicular biopsy may be performed for ...
Leon Speroff, Marc A. Fritz, 2005
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Andrology: Male Reproductive Health and Dysfunction
268 15.3.2 Clinical Picture and Diagnosis ................. 269 15.3.3 Therapy ................ ..................................... 269 Congenital Absence of the Vas Deferens ............. 270 15.4.1 Etiology and Pathogenesis ........................ 270 15.4.2 Clinical Picture and ...
Eberhard Nieschlag, Hermann M. Behre, Susan Nieschlag, 2010
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Human Sexuality: Biological, Psychological, and Cultural ...
Biological, Psychological, and Cultural Perspectives Anne Bolin, Patricia Whelehan. The spermatic cords, located on the side of each testicle and extending to the pubis, contain several structures such as the cremasteric muscle , vas deferens, ...
Anne Bolin, Patricia Whelehan, 2010
8
Encyclopedia of Birth Control
Vas Deferens manufactured in the United States from 1 983 until January 1995 when its manufacturer stopped making the device for economic reasons and while involved with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration inspection requirements.
Marian Rengel, 2000
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Drug Discovery and Evaluation: Pharmacological Assays
REFERENCES AND FURTHER READING Cordellini S, Sannomiya P (1984) The vas deferens as a suitable preparation for the study of a-adrenoreceptor molecular mechanisms. J Pharmacol Meth 1 1:97-107 Couldwell C, Jackson A, O 'Brien ...
Hans Vogel, 2008
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Male Reproductive Dysfunction: Pathophysiology and Treatment
Figure 12 Absence and hypoplasia of the vas deferens. (A) Diagrammatic representation of the distal ducts demonstrating ipsilateral absence of vas deferens and seminal vesicle. (B) Axial view showing complete bilateral absence of vas ...
Fouad R. Kandeel, 2007

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «VAS DEFERENS»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term vas deferens is used in the context of the following news items.
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Mayo Clinic: For most men, vasectomy reversal a viable option at …
In this procedure, the ends of the vas deferens (tubes that carry sperm from the testicles into the semen that were cut apart during a vasectomy) are sewn back ... «Post-Bulletin, May 15»
2
Getting a second chance at fatherhood after a vasectomy
Sperm is created in the testicles and transported to the exiting tube called the urethra, by another muscular tube called the vas deferens. During a vasectomy, the ... «WNDU-TV, Apr 15»
3
More male contraceptive options are long overdue
The new contraceptive is injected into the vas deferens—the duct that transports sperm from testicles—and is a long-term reversible contraceptive option. «Spartan Daily, Mar 15»
4
Men's Health: Vasectomy: Have No Fear?
From there, they travel to the epididymis, which connects the testicle to the vas deferens and aids in sperm maturation. The vas deferens is a muscular tube that ... «The Crozet Gazette, Jan 15»
5
Reversible Condomless Male Birth Control Available by 2017
A gel injected into the vas deferens, Vasalgel can be flushed out with another injection months or years after the first dose. With clinical trials on baboons ... «Tech Times, Dec 14»
6
Dr. K: Vasectomy reversal can be possible
Sperm travel away from the testicle through a tube called the vas deferens. There are two vas deferens, one for each testicle on each side. The vas deferens ... «Tulsa World, Dec 14»
7
Could Male Birth Control Be On The Horizon?
The way it would work is that a polymer hydrogel is injected into the vas deferens, which is the tube sperm swim through. This would block the travel of sperm; ... «Neon Tommy, Dec 14»
8
Injectable gel could offer temporary birth control for men
The long-acting, non-hormonal contraceptive would require a procedure similar to a non-scalpel vasectomy, where gel is inserted in the vas deferens, rather ... «Daily Mail, Dec 14»
9
New Vasectomy Gel Could Offer Temporary Birth Control Option for …
The group is currently working on a substance called Vasalgel, an injectable barrier that creates a seal in the male vas deferens (AKA the small tube through ... «Yahoo Health, Dec 14»
10
New male contraceptive is expected to hit the market in 2017
The gel is injected into the vas deferens, which is where the sperm swim through, and creates an impenetrable barrier that lasts multiple years. If the man wishes ... «New York Daily News, Nov 14»

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« EDUCALINGO. Vas deferens [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/vas-deferens>. Apr 2024 ».
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