lesser omentum

/ˌlɛsər oʊˌmɛntəm/
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Definitions of lesser omentum
  1. noun
    a part of the peritoneum attached to the stomach and liver and supporting the hepatic vessels
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    type of:
    omentum
    a fold of peritoneum supporting the viscera
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