Meaning of the word duodenum in English

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duodenum

US /ˌduː.əˈdiː.nəm/
UK /ˌdʒuː.əˈdiː.nəm/
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Noun

the first part of the small intestine immediately beyond the stomach, leading to the jejunum.

Example:
Food passes from the stomach into the duodenum.
Ulcers can form in the duodenum.