What is another word for rumen?
Pronunciation: [ɹˈuːmɛn] (IPA) 
The term "rumen" refers to the first chamber of a ruminant's stomach, and is specific to animals such as cows, goats, and sheep. Synonyms for this term include "paunch," "fore-stomach," and "fermentation vat." The rumen is characterized by the presence of microorganisms which facilitate the breaking down of food particles in a process known as fermentation. Other related terms include "reticulum," "omasum," and "abomasum," which refer to the other three chambers of the ruminant stomach. Understanding the different parts of the ruminant stomach is important in the fields of agriculture and veterinary medicine, as it influences animal nutrition, digestion, and health.
