What does RUMEN mean?

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Rumen is a noun.

Definitions

The rumen is the first stomach compartment in ruminants, such as cows, sheep, and deer, where food is partially digested before being regurgitated and chewed again.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈruːmən/
• UK: /ˈruːmən/

Origin and Usage

The word "rumen" comes from the Latin word "rūmen," which means "throat" or "gullet." It has been used in English since the mid-19th century to refer to the first stomach compartment in ruminants, where food is partially digested before being regurgitated and chewed again.

Synonyms

There are no commonly used synonyms for rumen.

Related Words

• rumex
• rumor
• rumph
• rumbo
• rumal

Example Sentences

• The rumen is the first stomach compartment in ruminants, such as cows, sheep, and deer.
• Food is partially digested in the rumen before being regurgitated and chewed again.
• The rumen plays an important role in the digestive process of ruminants.