abdomen

Meanings

• noun

  The part of the body between the thorax and the pelvis, containing the liver, stomach, intestines, pancreas, and other organs.

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Pronunciation

1. /æbˈdoʊ.mən/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

belly , stomach , tummy

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with abdomen
gymnen , hymnen , limen

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Variants

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abdomen , abdomens

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Etymology

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From Latin abdomen, from ad- 'to' + domus 'house'.

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Trivia

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1. The abdominal cavity is the largest cavity in the human body.

2. The average human abdomen contains about 1.5 quarts (1.4 liters) of digestive juices at any given time.

3. The abdomen is also known as the 'gut'

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Related Concepts

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1. peritoneum: A thin layer of tissue that lines the abdominal cavity and covers the organs within it.

2. abdominal muscles: A group of muscles in the abdomen that help support the spine, protect the organs, and facilitate movement.

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Culture

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In literature, the abdomen is often used as a symbol for the human condition, representing both the vulnerability and resilience of the body. In art, the abdomen is a common subject in anatomical drawings and sculptures.

How to Memorize "abdomen"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large, hollow organ box located in the middle of your body. This box contains various organs, such as the liver, stomach, and intestines.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'abdomen' with the phrase 'belly button' as they are closely related.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'A B C' to remember the organs in the abdomen: 'A' for appendix, 'B' for bladder, and 'C' for colon.

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