Noun
/pɪˈlɔrɪk ˈɔrɪfɪs/
The term pyloric orifice refers to the opening between the stomach and the duodenum (the first part of the small intestine). It is regulated by the pyloric sphincter, which controls the passage of partially digested food (chyme) from the stomach into the small intestine. The use of the term is more common in medical and scientific contexts, particularly in anatomy and physiology. It is not frequently used in casual conversation but is prevalent in written texts, such as medical literature and textbooks.
The pyloric orifice plays a crucial role in digestion by controlling the flow of food into the small intestine.
(The pyloric orifice plays a crucial role in digestion by controlling the flow of food into the small intestine.)
A blockage at the pyloric orifice can lead to serious health complications, requiring medical intervention.
(A blockage at the pyloric orifice can lead to serious health complications, requiring medical intervention.)
Surgeons often examine the pyloric orifice during procedures to ensure there is no obstruction.
(Surgeons often examine the pyloric orifice during procedures to ensure there is no obstruction.)
While "pyloric orifice" itself is not commonly featured in idiomatic expressions, it is important in discussions of physiological functions. However, there are general idiomatic expressions used in medical contexts involving "orifice."
"He left no orifice unexamined during his thorough check-up."
(He left no room for examination during his thorough check-up.)
"She was nervous about the procedure that involved the orifice."
(She was nervous about the procedure that involved the opening.)
"Sometimes, one must go through an orifice to get to the heart of the issue."
(Sometimes, one must delve deeper into the problem to understand it.)
"In medical training, understanding the function of each orifice is vital."
(In medical training, understanding the function of each opening is crucial.)
The term "pyloric" is derived from the Greek word pyloros, meaning "gatekeeper," which refers to the pylorus, the region of the stomach that leads into the intestine. "Orifice" comes from the Latin word orificium, which means "opening," from or-, meaning "to speak" or "to open," and ficium, meaning "a making."