Meaning of the word cecum in English
What does cecum mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
cecum
US /ˈsiː.kəm/
UK /ˈsiː.kəm/
Noun
a pouch connected to the junction of the small and large intestines.
Example:
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The appendix is a small, finger-shaped organ that projects from the cecum.
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Digested food passes from the small intestine into the cecum.