About The Word Jejunum
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Jejunum
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What's The Definition Of Jejunum?
[n] the part of the small intestine between the duodenum and the ileum
Synonyms | Synonyms for Jejunum: Related Terms | Find terms related to Jejunum: See Also | small intestine Jejunum In Webster's Dictionary \Je*ju"num\, n. [NL., fr. L. jejunus empty, dry.]
(Anat.)
The middle division of the small intestine, between the
duodenum and ileum; -- so called because usually found empty
after death.
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