JEJUNUMS

Noun

jejunums

plural of jejunum

Source: Wiktionary


JEJUNUM

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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