viscus
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vis·cus

noun \ˈvis-kəs\
plural vis·cera \ˈvi-sə-rə\

Definition of VISCUS

1
: an internal organ of the body; especially : one (as the heart, liver, or intestine) located in the great cavity of the trunk proper
2
plural : heart 4

Origin of VISCUS

Latin (plural viscera)
First Known Use: 1651

Rhymes with VISCUS

vis·cus

noun \ˈvis-kəs\   (Medical Dictionary)
plural ; vis·cera \ˈvis-ə-rə\ (audio pronunciation)

Medical Definition of VISCUS

: an internal organ of the body; especially : one (as the heart, liver, or intestine) located in the large cavity of the trunk

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