bile duct

noun

: a duct by which bile passes from the liver or gallbladder to the duodenum

Examples of bile duct in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Shapiro says those with dealing with health issues such gallstones or bile duct obstruction, kidney stones, iron-deficiency anemia, and liver disease should consult their doctors. — Nadine El Chaer, Vogue, 19 Sep. 2026

The tumors, which had invaded her husband’s liver, bile duct, and peritoneum, ultimately expanded considerably. — Angus Chen, STAT, 8 Sep. 2026

White can reflect heavy dairy or antacid use, or trouble with the liver, bile ducts, gallbladder or pancreas. — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2026

Cholangiocarcinoma, or bile duct cancer, develops in the tubes that carry bile from the liver to the gallbladder and small intestine, according to Mayo Clinic. — Sameen, USA Today, 24 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1774, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for bile duct

• aqueduct
• deconstruct
• reconstruct
• abduct
• conduct
• construct
• deduct
• destruct
• induct
• instruct
• obstruct
• bucked

Medical Definition

bile duct

noun

: a duct by which bile passes from the liver or gallbladder to the duodenum