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seminal vesicle
noun[ C ]
anatomy specializeduk /ˌsem.ɪ.nəl ˈves.ɪ.kəl/ us /ˈsem.ə.nəl ˌves.ɪ.kəl/
either of two small organs in males that produce a liquid containing sugar and protein that goes into semen:
Together with the seminal vesicles, the prostate produces most of the fluid in semen.
The seminal vesicle secretes proteins that bind to the spermatozoa at ejaculation.
The seminal vesicles can become infected and inflamed, as may the epididymis and testis.
They reported that seminal vesicle proteins have an effect on sperm motility.
Obstruction of the vas deferens and seminal vesicles in males leads to sterility.
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