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Definition of Esophagus
1. Noun. The passage between the pharynx and the stomach.
Exact synonyms: Gorge, Gullet, Oesophagus
Generic synonyms: Passage, Passageway, Muscle System, Muscular Structure, Musculature
Group relationships: Alimentary Canal, Alimentary Tract, Digestive Tract, Digestive Tube, Gastrointestinal Tract, Gi Tract
Terms within: Epicardia, Cardiac Sphincter
Derivative terms: Esophageal
Generic synonyms: Passage, Passageway, Muscle System, Muscular Structure, Musculature
Group relationships: Alimentary Canal, Alimentary Tract, Digestive Tract, Digestive Tube, Gastrointestinal Tract, Gi Tract
Terms within: Epicardia, Cardiac Sphincter
Derivative terms: Esophageal
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
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