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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

mesenteron

/mɛsɛnˈtɛrɒn/ noun · British & US
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What does mesenteron mean?

noun

The mesenteron is a part of the digestive system in some invertebrates, such as annelids and mollusks, that serves as a midgut. In humans, the mesenteron is a fold of tissue that attaches the intestines to the back of the abdominal wall.

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"The mesenteron plays a crucial role in the digestive system of certain invertebrates, allowing for the efficient absorption of nutrients."

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