Meaning Of The Word Peritoneum

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What's The Definition Of Peritoneum?

peritoneum in American English
the transparent serous membrane lining the abdominal cavity and reflected inward at various places to cover the visceral organs
noun: the serous membrane lining the abdominal cavity and investing its viscera

peritoneum in British English
noun: a thin translucent serous sac that lines the walls of the abdominal cavity and covers most of the viscera

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