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| abdomen |
the part of the body between the chest and the hips. The abdomen contains the stomach, intestines, and liver. [2 definitions] |
| appendix |
a short, closed tube of tissue that grows out of the large intestine. The appendix is on the right side of the lower abdomen. [1/2 definitions] |
| cramp1 |
(usually plural) strong pains in the abdomen. [1/3 definitions] |
| diaphragm |
a wall of muscle that separates the chest and abdomen in humans and certain animals. [1/2 definitions] |
| insect |
An insect is a small animal that has six legs, and its body is divided into three parts. These parts are called the "head," the "thorax," and the "abdomen." Many insects have one or two pairs of wings also. Flies, ants, mosquitoes, and bees are some kinds of insects. |
| kidney |
one of a pair of organs in the body which remove water and waste products from the blood. The waste products go from the kidneys to the bladder in the form of urine. The kidneys are found high in the abdomen near the spine. [1/2 definitions] |
| liver1 |
a large, reddish brown organ in the body that has many functions. The liver cleans the blood, stores energy and nutrients, makes bile, and helps the body digest fats. It is found at the top of the abdomen. [1/2 definitions] |
| stomachache |
pain in the stomach or abdomen. |
| thorax |
the part of the body between the neck and the abdomen in humans and in animals with four limbs; chest. It contains the ribs, heart, and lungs. [1/2 definitions] |
| tummy |
(informal) the abdomen or stomach. |
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