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The esophagus (oesophagus commonly known as the gullet) is an organ in vertebrates which consists of a muscular tube through which food passes from the pharynx to the stomach. The word esophagus is derived from the Latin oesophagus which derives from the Greek word oisophagos lit. entrance for eating.

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