English dictionary
duodenum
/,d/u//@/'d/i/n/@/m/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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the part of the small intestine between the stomach and the jejunum
Source: WordNet 3.0
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The part of the small intestines between the stomach and the jejunum. See <i>Illust.</i> of <i>Digestive apparatus</i>, under <u>Digestive</u>.
Source: webster1913