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Webster 1913 Edition
Duodenum
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Duˊo-de′num
,Noun.
[NL., fr.
duodeni
twelve each: cf. F. duodenum
. So called because its length is about twelve fingers’ breadth.] (Anat.)
The part of the small intestines between the stomach and the jejunum. See Illust. of Digestive apparatus, under
Digestive
. Webster 1828 Edition
Duodenum
DUODENUM
,Noun.
Definition 2024
Duodenum
duodenum
duodenum
English
Noun
duodenum (plural duodena or duodenums)
- The first part of the small intestine, starting at the lower end of the stomach and extending to the jejunum.
Derived terms
Synonyms
- dodecadactylum, maw-gut (both obsolete)
Translations
first part of the small intestine
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