JEJUNUM

jejunum

(noun) the part of the small intestine between the duodenum and the ileum

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

jejunum (plural jejuna or jejunums)

(anatomy) The central of the three divisions of the small intestine which lies between the duodenum and the ileum

Anagrams

• jujumen

Source: Wiktionary


Je*ju"num, n. Etym: [NL., fr. L. jejunus empty, dry.] (Anat.)

Definition: The middle division of the small intestine, between the duodenum and ileum; -- so called because usually found empty after death.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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