| volvulus | <medicine> The spasmodic contraction of the intestines which causes colic. Any twisting or displacement of the intestines causing obstruction; ileus. See Ileus. Origin: NL, fr. L. Volvere to turn about, to roll. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
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| volyer | <zoology> A lurcher. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |