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deferent (2)

def·er·ent [ déffərənt ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
able to convey fluid: describes a duct, nerve, or vessel in the body that is capable of carrying impulses or fluid away, down, or outward

[Early 17th century. Via French< Latin deferent-, present participle of deferre (see defer2)]
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