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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

rectum

/rɛktəm/ noun · British & US
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What does rectum mean?

noun

The last part of the large intestine, extending from the sigmoid colon to the anus, and storing and eliminating solid waste. In anatomy, the rectum is a muscular tube that connects the sigmoid colon to the anus.

Example

"The doctor examined the patient's rectum to check for any signs of disease."

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