Jejunum
Pronunciation : Je*ju"num
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [NL., fr. L. jejunus empty, dry.] (Anat.)
Definition : Defn: The middle division of the small intestine, between the duodenum and ileum; -- so called because usually found empty after death.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
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