alimentary tract


Definition: Meaning of, alimentary tract in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / alɪˈmɛnt(ə)ri trakt /

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alimentary tract alimentary tracts
  1. tubular passage of mucous membrane and muscle extending about 8.3 meters from mouth to anus; functions in digestion and elimination
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alimentary tract used in phrases

  • alimentary tract smear (noun)
    1. any of several cytologic smears obtained from different parts of the alimentary tract; obtained by specialized lavage techniques and used mainly to diagnose cancer in those parts
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