jejunum Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun the part of the small intestine between the duodenum and the ileum

WordNet

Je*ju"num noun
Etymology
NL., fr. L. jejunus empty, dry.
Definitions
  1. (Anat.) The middle division of the small intestine, between the duodenum and ileum; -- so called because usually found empty after death.

Webster 1913