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1. (n.) alimentary canal
a tubular passage functioning in the digestion and absorption of food and the elimination of food residue, beginning at the mouth and terminating at the anus.
Etymology: (1755–65)
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1. (noun) alimentary canal, alimentary tract, digestive tube, digestive tract, gastrointestinal tract, GI tract
tubular passage of mucous membrane and muscle extending about 8.3 meters from mouth to anus; functions in digestion and elimination
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1. alimentary canal
a passage 5 or 6 times the length of the body, lined throughout with mucous membrane, extends from the mouth to the anus, and includes mouth, fauces, pharynx, oesophagus, stomach, and small and large intestines.
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