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peritoneal cavity

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1 Definition of peritoneal cavity

Meaning of peritoneal cavity: The space within the abdomen that contains the intestines, the stomach, and the liver.

The space within the abdomen that contains the intestines, the stomach, and the liver. It is bound by thin membranes.

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