gastro-

a combining form meaning “stomach,” used in the formation of compound words: gastrology.

Origin of gastro-

<Greek, combining form of gastḗr

Also especially before a vowel, gastr-.

Words Nearby gastro-

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How to use gastro- in a sentence

The improper scheduling “led to inaccurate reporting of GI [gastro-intestinal] clinic wait times,” the report concluded.
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I think for variety, exuberance, and plenty (all important things for the gastro-traveler), it is hard to beat Manhattan.
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Hence, we must conclude that it is without effect on the gastro-intestinal mucous membrane.
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Nascher, however, took 15 grains, and no symptoms of gastro-intestinal disturbance followed.
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With one exception they were convinced that he was a sufferer from chronic gastro-enteritis.
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In such circumstances the ovarian masses are secondary to the cancerous focus in the gastro-intestinal tract.
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It is much easier to treat and cure a little trouble than to battle against an established gastro-enteric intoxication.
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British Dictionary definitions for gastro-

gastro-

combining form

stomach: gastroenteritis; gastritis

Origin of gastro-

from Greek gastēr

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