Definitions for: Rectum


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



Webster (1913) Definition: Rec"tum (-t?m), n. [NL. (sc. intestinum), fr. L. rectus
straight. See Right.] (Anat.)
The terminal part of the large intestine; -- so named because
supposed by the old anatomists to be straight. See Illust.
under Digestive.

See Also: anus, arse, arsehole, arteria rectalis, asshole, body part, large intestine, rectal artery

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