abomasus

/ˈæbəməsəs/

Definitions

1. noun

The fourth stomach of a ruminant, especially a cow or a sheep, where digestive enzymes are released to break down proteins.

“The veterinarian studied the anatomy of the abomasus to understand the digestive process in cattle.”

Synonyms

  • fourth stomach
  • rumen

Antonyms

  • first stomach
  • second stomach