gastrointestinal
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of gastrointestinal
First recorded in 1825–35; gastro- + intestinal
Vocabulary lists containing gastrointestinal
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Heavy periods, low dietary iron, gastrointestinal blood loss and problems absorbing iron through the gut can all play a role.
From BBC ● Oct. 26, 2026
Those with sensitive gastrointestinal systems should consult a doctor as it could cause gas, bloating and other GI discomfort.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 19, 2026
Beyond the effects of walking itself, the findings suggest that BS analysis could become a useful non-invasive method for studying gastrointestinal function and constipation.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 5, 2026
Bernstein’s Courtney Breen said that beyond how well the drug works, the gastrointestinal cost of taking it will be worth keeping an eye on.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 30, 2026
He spent the rest of the night out in the cold, violently discharging the contents of his gastrointestinal tract.
From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer
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