gut
n. countablen. the stomach or the whole area where your body digests food. It is also used to describe a strong feeling or instinct you have about a situation.
n. the stomach or intestines, often used to refer to the entire digestive tract. In a figurative sense, it represents an intuitive or instinctive feeling rather than a reasoned one.
I had a bad feeling in my gut about the deal.
The doctor explained that a healthy gut is essential for maintaining a strong immune system.
While the data suggested the investment was sound, the CEO decided to follow her gut and declined the offer, a move that later saved the company from bankruptcy.
* As a German, Alemannic German, and Jewish surname, variant of Guth. Also compare Gutmann. * As an English surname, from the noun gut. See Gott.
Often used in the singular when referring to intuition ('a gut feeling') or the physical belly.
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go with one's gut
To trust or follow an intuition or instinct, as opposed to an opinion based on a logical analysis.
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gut check
An honest, reflective appraisal of one's true feelings concerning a matter of concern.
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gut factor
The emotional dimension of decision-making. A person's subjective (often almost visceral) feelings about what is right or wrong, good or bad.