Surgical Vocabulary

adjective consisting of, containing, or discharging pus

• The wound was filled with purulent discharge, indicating an infection.
• Eww, that cut looks all purulent and gross.
• I can't believe how purulent that zit is, it's disgusting.
• The corruption in the government was like a purulent sore that needed to be drained.

noun a fluid that is clear and watery, like serum

adjective describes a fluid containing serum or resembling serum

• The serous fluid found in the body helps to lubricate and protect organs.
• I heard that serous fluid is important for keeping our organs healthy.
• Serous stuff is like the body's own natural lubricant.
• Her serous attitude towards work showed her dedication and professionalism.

noun the part of the small intestine between the duodenum and the ileum

• The jejunum is the middle section of the small intestine where most of the nutrient absorption takes place.
• I heard the jejunum is where all the good stuff gets absorbed in your gut.
• I swear, my jejunum was doing backflips after that spicy meal.
• Her mind felt like a tangled mess, like a knotted jejunum unable to process anything properly.