Oesophagus
/iːˈsɒfəɡəs/
noun (pl) -gi (-ˌɡaɪ)
1.
the part of the alimentary canal between the pharynx and the stomach; gullet
n.
alternative spelling of esophagus. See oe. Related: Oesophageal.
oesophagus oe·soph·a·gus (ĭ-sŏf’ə-gəs)
n.
Variant of esophagus.
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