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RECEPTACULUM CHYLI

\ɹɪsɪptˈakjʊləm t͡ʃˈa͡ɪli], \ɹɪsɪptˈakjʊləm t‍ʃˈa‍ɪli], \ɹ_ɪ_s_ɪ_p_t_ˈa_k_j_ʊ_l_ə_m tʃ_ˈaɪ_l_i]\

Definitions of RECEPTACULUM CHYLI

1920 - A dictionary of scientific terms.
1846 - Medical lexicon: a dictionary of medical science
1916 - Appleton's medical dictionary

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The cavity in the lower part of the thoracic duct.

1920 - A dictionary of scientific terms.
By Henderson, I. F.; Henderson, W. D.

A considerable dilatation of the thoracic duct, in front of the lumbar region of the vertebral column. It is the commencement of the duct.

1846 - Medical lexicon: a dictionary of medical science
By Robley Dunglison

A dilatation of the thoracic duct opposite the first lumbar or last dorsal vertebra.

1916 - Appleton's medical dictionary
By Smith Ely Jelliffe

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