Definition

Relating to a thick, semi-fluid mass of partially digested food that is formed in the stomach and intestines.

Example

The doctor explained that chymous material is produced during digestion.

Conversation

Did you know that the digestion process creates something called chymous material?

Really? I had no idea!

Yeah, it's interesting how our bodies break down food into chymous liquid.

That makes sense — it's amazing how complex our digestion is!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Chymous is derived from the Greek word "chymos" (meaning juice or fluid). The term refers to a semi-fluid mass of partly digested food that is formed in the stomach and passed into the small intestine.

Memory Tip

Think of 'chymos' meaning juice or fluid, which helps you remember that 'chymous' refers to the semi-fluid substance in digestion.

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