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Definition of paradidymis in English:

paradidymis

Pronunciation /ˌparəˈdɪdɪmɪs/

noun

Anatomy

  • A small group of vestigial tubules located above the epididymis, representing a remnant of the mesonephros in the male; also called "organ of Giraldès".

Origin

Late 19th century. From German Paradidymis, shortened from Parepididymis.