Meaning Of The Word Omentum

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omentum in American English
a free fold of the peritoneum connecting the stomach and certain other visceral organs: the greater omentum covers the stomach and intestines like an apron over their anterior surfaces, while the lesser omentum forms a partial covering of the stomach and
noun: a fold of the peritoneum connecting the stomach and the abdominal viscera forming a protective and supportive covering

omentum in British English
noun: a double fold of peritoneum connecting the stomach with other abdominal organs

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