abomasum

/ˌæbəˈmeɪzəm, ˌabəˈmɑːzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

the fourth and final stomach of a ruminant mammal, where digestion of proteins and fats takes place

“The cow’s abomasum is a complex organ that plays a crucial role in its digestive system.”

Synonyms

  • fourth stomach
  • rumen

Antonyms

  • first stomach
  • second stomach
  • third stomach