noun
- Plural of jejunum; the middle section of the small intestine, located between the duodenum and the ileum.
Usage: anatomy; medical
Examples
- The jejunums are responsible for absorbing most of the nutrients from food.
- During the surgery, the doctor examined the patient's jejunums for any abnormalities.
- The small intestine consists of the duodenum, jejunums, and ileum.
- Inflammation of the jejunums can cause digestive problems.
- The jejunums have a larger diameter than the ileum.