Synonyms

gastric

American

[gas-trik] / ˈgæs trɪk /

adjective

pertaining to the stomach.

gastric British

/ ˈɡæstrɪk /

adjective

of, relating to, near, or involving the stomach

gastric pains

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gastric Scientific

/ găs′trĭk /

Relating to or involving the stomach.

gastric Cultural

A descriptive term for things pertaining to the stomach.

Other Word Forms

postgastric adjective

Etymology

Origin of gastric

First recorded in 1650–60; gastr- + -ic

Example Sentences

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The EU approval of Imfinzi for early-stage gastric and gastroesophageal cancers expands the label of one of the company’s top-selling oncology medicines.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

To reduce her own weight, Muriuki first underwent a gastric balloon procedure, in which a silicone balloon is put in the stomach, to limit its capacity and create a feeling of fullness.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026

Then a few years ago, I had gastric sleeve surgery.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 3, 2026

There are several types of bariatric surgery, including the gastric sleeve and gastric bypass, and it produces the most significant amount of weight loss of any medical intervention.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 15, 2026

I am the note from James dissolving in her gastric acid, unread.

From "Please Ignore Vera Dietz" by A.S. King

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