Hindgut
7 lettersnounrareUpdated June 2026
Definition
The posterior section of the alimentary canal in vertebrate embryos, developing into the large intestine and related structures.
“The hindgut of the embryo was clearly visible under the microscope during the dissection.”
Pronunciation
Syllables
hind·gut
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Antonyms
foregut
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Contains H, I, N, D, G, U, T, no repeated letters and an uncommon consonant cluster at the end.
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Scrabble
Worth moderate points, G scores 2 and D scores 2. The -GUT suffix can be tricky to place but HIND- is a useful prefix.
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