Synonyms

intestinal

American

[in-tes-tuh-nl, in-tes-tahyn-l] / ɪnˈtɛs tə nl, ˌɪn tɛsˈtaɪn l /

adjective

occurring in or affecting the intestines.
of, relating to, or resembling the intestines.

Other Word Forms

Etymology

Origin of intestinal

1590–1600; < New Latin intestīnālis; see intestine, -al ¹

Example Sentences

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"Intestinal motility has its own acoustic patterns and tonal qualities," Weese-Mayer said.

From Science Daily • Nov. 16, 2023

Intestinal inflammation might give rise to Parkinson’s in several ways, Houser explains.

From Scientific American • May 8, 2018

Intestinal bacteria are known to affect several aspects of host health, including the risk of cardiovascular and metabolic diseases.

From Nature • Nov. 29, 2016

Intestinal surgery forced him in 2006, at age 79, to hand Cuba’s presidency to his younger brother Raúl Castro, a transfer of power that became official in 2008.

From Time • Nov. 26, 2016

The Intestinal Juice is a clear liquid with an alkaline reaction, containing water, mineral salts, and certain proteid substances that may act as enzymes.

From Physiology and Hygiene for Secondary Schools by Walters, Francis M.

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