Definition of Esophagus

1. Noun. The passage between the pharynx and the stomach.


Definition of Esophagus

1. n. That part of the alimentary canal between the pharynx and the stomach; the gullet. See Illust. of Digestive apparatus, under Digestive.

Definition of Esophagus

1. the tube connecting the mouth to the stomach [n -GI]

Medical Definition of Esophagus

1. That part of the alimentary canal between the pharynx and the stomach; the gullet. Alternative forms: sophagus. Origin: NL, fr. Gr.; root of which is used as future of to bear, carry (cf. Skr. Vi to go, drive) + to eat. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Esophagus

ESOP
esophagal
esophageal
esophageal
esophageal reflux
esophageal smear
esophageal veins
esophagean
esophagi
esophagitis
esophagitis
esophagogastric junction
esophagoscope
esophagotomy
esophagus (current term)
esophagus (current term)
esosphenoiditis
esoteric
esoterica
esoterically
esotericism
esotericisms
esoteries
esotery
esotropia
esotropia
esotropias
esotropic
esotropic
esox

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