The ileocecal valve is distinctive because it is the only site in the gastrointestinal tract that is used for Vitamin B12 and bile acid absorption.
What does the french word canard mean in English? 'Duck' is an English equivalent of 'canard' [ Anatidae family]. The French word is a masculine noun in its singular form.
The noun DISCARD has 3 senses: 1. anything that is cast aside or discarded. 2. (cards) the act of throwing out a useless card or to failing to follow suit. 3. getting rid something that is regarded as useless or undesirable. Familiarity information: DISCARD used as a noun is uncommon.