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proventriculus [‚prō·vən′trik·yə·ləs] (invertebrate zoology) A sac anterior to the gizzard in earthworms. A dilation of the foregut anterior to the midgut of Mandibulata. (vertebrate zoology) The true stomach of a bird, usually separated from the gizzard by a constriction. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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