What does ILEUM mean?

Here is the requested information about "ileum": ileum

Parts of Speech: Noun

Definition: The third and final part of the small intestine, located between the jejunum and the cecum.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈɪliəm/, UK: /ˈɪliːəm/

Origin and Usage: The word "ileum" comes from the Latin word "ile," which means "groin." The ileum was named for its proximity to the groin area. The ileum is an important part of the digestive system, as it absorbs nutrients from food that was not absorbed in the jejunum.

Synonyms: None.

Related Words: ileac, ileal, iliac, ilium, limed, limen, maile, smile, slime.

Example Sentences:

• After passing through the jejunum, food enters the ileum, where the final absorption of nutrients takes place.
• The ileum is the longest part of the small intestine, measuring up to 3.5 meters in length.
• Inflammation of the ileum is a common symptom of Crohns disease.