noun
- plural of rectum; the final sections of the large intestine ending at the anus
Usage: medical; anatomical
Examples
- The doctor examined the patient’s rectum during the colonoscopy.
- Colorectal surgeons specialize in treating diseases of the colons and rectums.
- The anatomy textbook showed detailed diagrams of human rectums.
- Veterinarians must be familiar with the rectums of various animal species.
- The medical students learned about the blood supply to rectums.
- Inflammation can occur in the rectums of patients with certain conditions.