SpellRight

SpellRight › Spelling

Uncommon

peritoneum

The correct spelling is peritoneum.

How to pronounce peritoneum

noun

IPA: /ˌpɛɹ.ɪt.əˈniː.əm/

Say it like: Per-ito-neu-m

The correct spelling is peritoneum. In mammals, the serous membrane lining the cavity of the abdomen and that is folded over the viscera.

Usage Examples

No usage examples in context are available for this word.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.In mammals, the serous membrane lining the cavity of the abdomen and that is folded over the viscera.
  2. 2.In animals, the membrane lining the coelom cavity.

Similar words

Words related in meaning — check their spelling too.

View synonyms & usage examples