caecum

/ˈsiːkəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A blind-ended pouch-like structure at the junction of the small and large intestines, especially in certain animals such as vertebrates and some invertebrates.

“The anatomical study of the caecum revealed its crucial role in the digestive system of the rabbit.”

Synonyms

  • blind pouch
  • cecum

Antonyms

  • colon
  • large intestine