Diverticulum

Origin

From Latin dīverticulum, alternative form of dēverticulum ("byroad; deviation"), from dēvertō ("turn away, turn aside").

Full definition of diverticulum

Noun

1. (anatomy) A small growth off an organ such as the large intestine.

Derived terms

• diverticular
• diverticulectomy
• diverticulitis
• diverticulogram
• diverticulopexy