Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cloaca
noun
/kloʊˈeɪ.kə/
Definition
A cloaca is a common cavity at the end of the digestive tract for the release of excretory and genital products.
Examples
- The cloaca in birds is vital for the expulsion of waste.
- Some reptiles utilize their cloaca for reproductive purposes.
Meaning
In certain animals, the cloaca serves as a single opening for the intestinal, urinary, and reproductive tracts.
Synonyms
- vent
- orifice
