DUODENUM

duodenum

(noun) the part of the small intestine between the stomach and the jejunum

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

duodenum (plural duodena or duodenums)

(anatomy) The first part of the small intestine, starting at the lower end of the stomach and extending to the jejunum.

Synonyms

• dodecadactylum, maw-gut (both obsolete)

Source: Wiktionary


Du`o*de"num, n. Etym: [NL., fr. duodeni twelve each: cf. F. duodenum. So called because its length is about twelve fingers' breadth.] (Anat.)

Definition: The part of the small intestines between the stomach and the jejunum. See Illust. of Digestive apparatus, under Digestive.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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