coeliac

/ ˈsiːlɪˌæk /

adjective

1. of or relating to the abdomen

2. a person who suffers from coeliac disease

Word History and Origins

Origin of coeliac¹

C17: from Latin coeliacus, from Greek koiliakos, from koilia belly

Example Sentences

It was also thought that she had coeliac disease, which made her feel exhausted.

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Those with coeliac disease cannot eat gluten as their immune system attacks their own tissues and their body cannot properly take in nutrients.

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It was after this that I discovered that I should have been tested for coeliac disease before being instructed to remove gluten from my diet.

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A coeliac disease sufferer from Leicestershire has said the decision to stop gluten-free food prescriptions is "another kick in the teeth" for people with the condition.

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She's also referred to AI to find gluten-free restaurants when travelling with a friend who has coeliac disease.

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