intestine

intestine
(亦作 intestines)
noun
  1. (in vertebrates) the lower part of the alimentary canal from the end of the stomach to the anus
    (脊椎动物的)肠。 参见 large intestine, small intestine
    the contents of the intestine.
    肠内物质。
    [mass noun]loops of intestine.
    肠道。
    ■(especially in invertebrates) the whole alimentary canal from the mouth downward
    (尤指无脊椎动物的)肠管
派生
intestinal
adjective
语源
  1. late Middle English: from Latin intestinum, neuter of intestinus, from intus 'within'
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