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Ileum

see synonyms of ileum

Noun

1. ileum

the part of the small intestine between the jejunum and the cecum

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Ileum

see synonyms of ileum
noun
1. 
the part of the small intestine between the jejunum and the caecum
2. 
the corresponding part in insects

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Ileum

see synonyms of ileum
nounWord forms: plural ˈilea (ˈɪliə ; ilˈēə)
the lowest part of the small intestine, opening into the large intestine

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Ileum

see synonyms of ileum
n. pl. il·e·a (-ē-ə)
The terminal portion of the small intestine extending from the jejunum to the cecum.

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