What does CECAL mean?

Here is the dictionary-style information for "cecal": cecal

Part of Speech: adjective

Definition: relating to or situated in the cecum, a pouch connected to the junction of the small and large intestines

Pronunciation (US): /ˈsiːkəl/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈsiːkəl/

Origin and Usage: The word "cecal" comes from the Latin word "caecus," which means "blind." It is used in medicine and biology to describe things related to the cecum, a part of the digestive system in humans and other animals.

Synonyms: cecal is a technical term and does not have any commonly used synonyms.

Related Words: cecum

Example Sentences:

1. The cecal inflammation caused the patient a lot of discomfort.
2. The cecal valve controls the flow of food from the small intestine to the large intestine.
3. The doctor recommended a cecal biopsy to diagnose the patients condition.