What it means
The small intestine (duodenum, jejunum and ileumIL-ee-umThe last and longest part of the small intestine, which joins the large intestine.Full entry ) absorbs most nutrients, and the large intestine (colon) absorbs water and forms stool. Common phrases are intestinal obstruction (a blocked bowel) and intestinal flora (the helpful bacteria that live in the gut).
At a glance
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Related terms
col/o
A word root that means colon, the large intestine.
gastrointestinal
Having to do with the stomach and intestines, or with the whole digestive tract from the mouth to the anus.
enter/o
A word part that means intestine, usually the small intestine.
ileum
The last and longest part of the small intestine, which joins the large intestine.