intestine.
The alimentary canal of an animal through which food passes after having passed all stomachs.
Meaning & usage
The alimentary canal of an animal through which food passes after having passed all stomachs.
One of certain subdivisions of this part of the alimentary canal, such as the small or large intestine in human beings.
Where this word comes from
From Latin intestīnum, neuter of intestīnus (“internal”), as Etymology 2, below.
Domestic; taking place within a given country or region.
Internal.
Depending upon the internal constitution of a body or entity; subjective.
Shut up; enclosed.
Where this word comes from
From Latin intestīnus (“internal”), from intus (“within”).
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