Exocoelar

/ˌɛksoʊˈsiːlər/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or situated outside the coelom, the body cavity in animals.

Etymology

From 'exo-' (outside) and 'coelar,' relating to 'coelom' from Greek 'koiloma' meaning 'cavity,' used in comparative anatomy to describe structures external to the main body cavity.

Kelly Says

Most of your skin, muscles, and organs are actually exocoelar structures—they're outside the main body cavity that holds your liver, stomach, and intestines, separated by the peritoneum membrane.

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