
Meaning of PERITONEAL CAVITY
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WordNet Dictionary |
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[n] the interior of the peritoneum; a potential space between layers of the peritoneum |
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| | Synonyms: | | greater peritoneal sac |
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| | See Also: | | bodily cavity, bursa omentalis, cavity, cavum, lesser peritoneal cavity, omental bursa | |
Medical Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | The space within the abdomen that contains the intestines, the stomach, and the liver. It is bound by thin membranes. |
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Biology Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | The cavity within the abdomen, inside of which are the internal organs. |
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