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Zenker's diverticulum
n : an abnormal pouch in the upper part of the esophagus in which food may become trapped causing bad breath, irritation, difficulty in swallowing, and regurgitation - called also pharyngoesophageal diverticulum - compare PULSION DIVERTICULUM .
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