Abdomen

Body region between the thorax and pelvis.

belly tummy

The abdomen is the part of the body between the thorax and pelvis in humans and animals, containing organs such as the stomach, liver, intestines, kidneys, and bladder.

Pronunciation

/ˈæbdəmən/

Etymology

From Latin abdomen, from ab- 'from' + dominus 'master'.

Explain Like I’m 5

Your abdomen is the part of your body between your chest and hips, where many important organs like your stomach and intestines live.

Fun Facts

The abdomen contains about 70% of your body's organs
The largest organ in the abdominal cavity is the liver
Ancient Egyptians considered the abdomen to be a source of wisdom

FAQ

What is the abdomen? It's the area between your chest and pelvis
What organs are in the abdomen? The stomach, intestines, liver, pancreas, and kidneys are located there
What is abdominal pain? It can be caused by many things, from gas to more serious medical conditions

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

body torso

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

peritoneum mesentery

Meronyms — Parts or Components

stomach liver intestines kidneys bladder

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

human body animal body

Indexes

anatomical structure body

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