'Foramen of Winslow' definitions:

Definition of 'Foramen of Winslow'

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  • Foramen \Fo*ra"men\, n.; pl. L. Foramina, E. Foramines. [L., fr. forare to bore, pierce.] A small opening, perforation, or orifice; a fenestra. [1913 Webster]
  • Foramen of Monro (Anat.), the opening from each lateral into the third ventricle of the brain.
  • Foramen of Winslow (Anat.), the opening connecting the sac of the omentum with the general cavity of the peritoneum. [1913 Webster]