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small intestine


small intestine

noun

Definition of SMALL INTESTINE

: the part of the intestine that lies between the stomach and colon, consists of duodenum, jejunum, and ileum, secretes digestive enzymes, and is the chief site of the absorption of digested nutrients
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First Known Use of SMALL INTESTINE

1767

Rhymes with SMALL INTESTINE

large intestine

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