Definition of SPERMATIC CORD. : a cord that suspends the testis within the scrotum and contains the vas deferens and vessels and nerves of the testis. ADVERTISEMENT.1783. noun. a cord that suspends the testis within the scrotum and contains the vas deferens and vessels and nerves of the testis. ADVERTISEMENT. 1783.
Definition. Et al. is a Latin abbreviation that means 'and others'. It's used in place of names for the purpose of saving time and space when providing in-text citations.
A brief summary, for easy lookup: i.e. means that is, being the English translation of the latin id est. e.g. means for example, being the English translation of the latin exempli gratia. cf. means compare with or consult, being short for confer. et al. means and others, being the English translation of the latin et alia or et alii.