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Definition of Oesophagus
1. Noun. The passage between the pharynx and the stomach.
Exact synonyms: Esophagus, Gorge, Gullet
Generic synonyms: Passage, Passageway, Muscle System, Muscular Structure, Musculature
Group relationships: Alimentary Canal, Alimentary Tract, Digestive Tract, Digestive Tube, Gastrointestinal Tract, Gi Tract
Terms within: Epicardia, Cardiac Sphincter
Derivative terms: Esophageal
Generic synonyms: Passage, Passageway, Muscle System, Muscular Structure, Musculature
Group relationships: Alimentary Canal, Alimentary Tract, Digestive Tract, Digestive Tube, Gastrointestinal Tract, Gi Tract
Terms within: Epicardia, Cardiac Sphincter
Derivative terms: Esophageal
Definition of Oesophagus
1. Noun. (anatomy) The tube that carries food from the pharynx to the stomach. ¹
2. Noun. (chiefly British spelling) (dated form of oesophagus) ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Oesophagus
1. [n -GI]
Medical Definition of Oesophagus
1. A long hollow muscular tube that connects the pharynx to the stomach. (27 Sep 1997)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Oesophagus
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