il·e·um ( l  - m)n. pl. il·e·a (- -) The terminal portion of the small intestine extending from the jejunum to the cecum. [Late Latin  leum, groin, flank, variant of Latin lia.]il e·al adj. |
ileum [ˈɪlɪəm]
n
1. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Anatomy) the part of the small intestine between the jejunum and the caecum
2. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Animals) the corresponding part in insects
[New Latin, from Latin īlium, īleum flank, groin, of obscure origin]
| ileum (l-m) Plural ilea The lower part of the small intestine, connecting the jejunum to the cecum of the large intestine. ileal adjective |
ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
| Noun | 1. |  ileum - the part of the small intestine between the jejunum and the cecumsmall intestine - the longest part of the alimentary canal; where digestion is completed |
How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content.
| ?Page tools | ||
|---|---|---|
|