Word
intestine
Phoneticsin·tes·tine, stress on the second syllable
US/ˌɪnˈtɛstən/
UK/ɪntˈɛstɪn/
Definitions
01digestive tube
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Medicine Technical
n. the long, coiled tube in your body that processes food after it leaves the stomach.
n. the tubular part of the digestive system that extends from the stomach to the anus.
“Nutrients from your food are absorbed into the blood through the walls of the small intestine.”
“The surgeon examined the small intestine for signs of obstruction before proceeding with the rest of the abdominal procedure.”
02specific section
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Medicine Technical
n. one of the two main parts of this tube, known as the small or large intestine.
n. a specific anatomical subdivision of the alimentary canal, typically categorized as small or large.
“The large intestine is responsible for absorbing water from waste material.”
“Chronic inflammation in the large intestine can lead to significant discomfort and requires long-term dietary management.”
Synonyms
Usage
Commonly used in the plural ('intestines') when referring to the organ system as a whole.
Real-World Examples
“Behind this is a long, simple tube forming the small and large intestines.” “Enzymes in the intestine can also produce it from glucose after a meal.” Etymology
From Latin intestīnum, neuter of intestīnus (“internal”), as Etymology 2, below.
From Latin intestīnus (“internal”), from intus (“within”).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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- Frequent
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- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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