How Do You Spell CAECAL?

Pronunciation: [kˈiːkə͡l] (IPA)

The word "caecal" is spelled with two "a"s and not with "e"s in the middle. This is because the word is pronounced with a long "a" sound, rather than a short "e" sound. In IPA phonetic transcription, the word is /sɛkəl/, which clearly shows the pronunciation with the middle "e" sound. However, if we spell it as "caecal" instead of "cecal," it accurately reflects the long "a" sound of the word. This is an example of how spelling may not always correspond perfectly with pronunciation.

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CAECAL Meaning and Definition

  1. Caecal (or cecal) refers to something that is related to or associated with the cecum. The term is commonly used in biology, anatomy, and medicine to describe structures, organisms, or processes pertaining to the cecum.

    The cecum is a pouch-like structure that is part of the digestive system, particularly found in vertebrates. It is a blind-ended, large, and pouch-shaped organ located at the beginning of the large intestine. In humans, it is situated in the lower right quadrant of the abdomen. The cecum plays a crucial role in the process of digestion, as it receives undigested food particles from the small intestine and helps in the absorption of fluids and salts. It is also involved in the fermentation of cellulose and other complex carbohydrates by symbiotic bacteria, aiding in the breakdown of plant material.

    Therefore, when something is described as caecal, it typically means being associated with the cecum. For instance, caecal bacteria refer to the microbial inhabitants of the cecum, which play a vital role in the digestive process. Caecal fermentation is a term used to describe the process of microbial digestion that occurs within the cecum. Additionally, caecal parasites would refer to organisms or parasites that specifically infest the cecum.

  2. Pert. to; having a closed end.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for CAECAL

  • xaecal
  • vaecal
  • daecal
  • czecal
  • csecal
  • cwecal
  • cqecal
  • cawcal
  • cascal
  • cadcal
  • carcal
  • ca4cal
  • ca3cal
  • caexal
  • caeval
  • caefal
  • caedal
  • caeczl
  • caecsl
  • coxcal
  • Baycal

Etymology of CAECAL

The word "caecal" derives from the Latin word "caecus", meaning "blind" or "dark". It is related to the Latin term "caecum", which refers to the blind pouch at the beginning of the large intestine, also known as the cecum. The term "caecal" is used to describe things that are related to or resemble the cecum in structure or function.

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