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sigmoid

sig·moid

UK/ˈsəɡ.moɪd/ US/ˈsɪɡ.mɔɪd/ uncommon archaic

adjective

1.

curved in two directions (like the letter S)

2.

of or relating to the sigmoid flexure in the large intestine

Synonyms

Phrases

  • sigmoid colon
  • sigmoid flexure
  • sigmoid function
  • sigmoid notch
  • sigmoid sinus

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