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Colon

Also called Large bowel

AnatomyGastroenterologySurgeryImportant

Major portion of the large intestine extending from the cecum to the rectum, absorbing water and electrolytes and compacting fecal matter into stool.

Korean

결장(대장)

맹장에서 직장까지 이어지는 대장의 가장 긴 부분; 수분 흡수와 대변 형성을 담당.

French

Côlon

Portion principale du gros intestin du cæcum au rectum ; absorbe l'eau et les électrolytes et compacte les matières fécales.

Word parts

  • colon/oRoot(Greek) Colon

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