intestine

²intestine

noun

Definition of INTESTINE

: the tubular part of the alimentary canal that extends from the stomach to the anus — compare large intestine, small intestine

Illustration of INTESTINE

Origin of INTESTINE

Middle English, from Middle French intestin, from Latin intestinum, from neuter of intestinus

First Known Use: 15th century

Other Anatomy Terms

bilateral symmetry, carotid, cartilage, dorsal, entrails, prehensile, renal, solar plexus, supine, thoracic, ventral