Definitions for Rectum
ˈrɛk təmrec·tum

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. rectumnoun

   the terminal section of the alimentary canal; from the sigmoid flexure to the anus

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. rectumnoun

   The terminal part of the large intestine through which feces pass.

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Rectum

   The rectum is the final straight portion of the large intestine in humans and some other mammals, and the gut in others. The adult human rectum is about 12 centimetres (4.7 in) long, and begins at the rectosigmoid junction (the end of the sigmoid colon) at the level of the third sacral vertebra or the sacral promontory depending upon what definition is used. Its diameter is similar to that of the sigmoid colon at its commencement, but it is dilated near its termination, forming the rectal ampulla. It terminates at the level of the anorectal ring (the level of the puborectalis sling) or the dentate line, again depending upon which definition is used. In humans, the rectum is followed by the anal canal which is about 4 centimetres (1.6 in) long, before the gastrointestinal tract terminates at the anal verge. The word rectum comes from the Latin rectum intestinum, meaning straight intestine.

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1. rectum

   The rectum is the final section of the large intestine in digestive system, terminating in the anus. It functions to store solid waste (feces) until it is eliminated from the body.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Rectumnoun

   the terminal part of the large intestine; -- so named because supposed by the old anatomists to be straight. See Illust. under Digestive

2. Etymology: [NL. (sc. intestinum), fr. L. rectus straight. See Right.]

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1. Rectum

   The rectum is the final straight portion of the large intestine in some mammals, and the gut in others. The human rectum is about 12 centimetres long, and begins at the rectosigmoid junction, at the level of the third sacral vertebra or the sacral promontory depending upon what definition is used. Its caliber is similar to that of the sigmoid colon at its commencement, but it is dilated near its termination, forming the rectal ampulla. It terminates at the level of the anorectal ring or the dentate line, again depending upon which definition is used. In humans, the rectum is followed by the anal canal, before the gastrointestinal tract terminates at the anal verge.

Chambers 20th Century DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Rectum

   rek′tum, n. the lowest part of the large intestine:—pl. Rec′ta.—adj. Rec′tal.—ns. Rec′toscope, a speculum for rectal examination; Rectot′omy, the operation for dividing a rectal stricture.—adjs. Rec′to-urē′thral, pertaining to the rectum and to the urethra; Rec′to-ū′terine, to the rectum and the uterus; Rec′to-vag′inal, to the rectum and the vagina; Rec′to-ves′ical, to the rectum and the bladder. [L. rectus, straight.]

U.S. National Library of MedicineRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Rectum

   The distal segment of the LARGE INTESTINE, between the SIGMOID COLON and the ANAL CANAL.

Editors ContributionRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. rectum

   A facet of the intestine.

   The rectum is a facet of the intestine and has a role within the body in releasing matter.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on September 5, 2020  

EntomologyRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Rectum

   a chamber, variable in size and form, just within the anus, in which the excretions are formed or molded for expulsion from the body:= cloaca.

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of Rectum in Chaldean Numerology is: 6

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of Rectum in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8

Examples of Rectum in a Sentence

1. Sandi Tenfelde:

   If you are concerned about the changes that happen in your body and you’re nervous about what it’s going to feel like, that fear can reduce the desire, women can also have pelvic pain or perineal (between vagina and rectum) pain, depending on their mode of giving birth, that may also impact not only their desire but their arousal.

2. Sandi Tenfelde:

   Women can also have pelvic pain or perineal (between vagina and rectum) pain, depending on their mode of giving birth, that may also impact not only their desire but their arousal.

3. William Whitehead:

   However, common sense suggests that people who engage in anal intercourse should be advised against introducing rigid or large objects into the rectum as this increases the risk of trauma, they should also be encouraged to treat pain or bleeding as a warning to stop and seek medical evaluation.

4. Patricia Chimbiri:

   This country is not for the opposition or anyone who has a different view to that of the government. I wanted my voice heard. But I was tortured in the process, i have lost two teeth, the abductors put a gun in my rectum.

5. Gina Sam:

   You eventually confuse the muscles in the rectum and anal sphincter and develop constipation.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=Rectum
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Rectum
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rectum
4. ^ ChatGPT
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5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Rectum
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=Rectum
7. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=Rectum
8. ^ Entomology
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/22748/22748-h/22748-h.htm#:~:text=Rectum