Cloaca: meaning, definitions and examples

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cloaca

 

[ kloสŠหˆeษช.kษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

anatomy biology

Cloaca refers to a common cavity in certain animals that serves as the only opening for the intestinal, urinary, and reproductive tracts. This structure is particularly prominent in birds, reptiles, amphibians, and some fish. In these species, the cloaca plays a crucial role in waste elimination and reproductive processes. The term can also be broadly applied to similar structures in various organisms. Understanding the cloaca is important in the study of animal anatomy and physiology.

Synonyms

anus, excretory opening, vent

Examples of usage

  • Birds excrete waste through their cloaca.
  • The cloaca is where fertilization occurs in many reptiles.
  • Amphibians utilize their cloaca for both excretion and reproduction.

Translations

Translations of the word "cloaca" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cloaca

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เฅเคฒเฅ‹เค†เค•เคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Kloake

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kloaka

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะปะพะฐะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kloaka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฏใƒญใ‚ขใ‚ซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cloaque

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cloaca

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kloaka

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํด๋กœ์•„์นด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒู„ูˆุงูƒ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kloaka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kloaka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆณ„ๆฎ–่…”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ kloaka

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kloaka

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะปะพะฐะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒšแƒแƒแƒ™แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kloaka

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cloaca

Etymology

The term 'cloaca' originates from the Latin word 'cloaca', meaning 'sewer' or 'drain'. It was historically used to describe the drainage systems of ancient Roman cities, which were advanced for their time. The use of the word in biology relates to the anatomical function of this chamber in animals, highlighting its role in waste management and reproductive processes. Over the centuries, the meaning has expanded to include any common passage for various bodily functions. The study of the cloaca in different species has provided insight into evolutionary adaptations, linking this anatomical feature across various classes of animals. The cloacal structure showcases the complexity and efficiency of biological systems, emphasizing the importance of understanding such terms in both historical and modern contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,905, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.