<P> The vas deferens ( Latin : `` carrying - away vessel '' ; plural : vasa deferentia ) , also called ductus deferens ( Latin : `` carrying - away duct '' ; plural : ductus deferentes ) , is part of the male reproductive system of many vertebrates ; these vasa transport sperm from the epididymis to the ejaculatory ducts in anticipation of ejaculation . It is a partially coiled tube which ascends into the abdomen through the inguinal canal . </P>
what primary function do the male 's vas deferens serve
transport sperm from the epididymis to the ejaculatory ducts in anticipation of ejaculation