Meaning & Definition of word "Gastric"

Gastric

/ˈɡæstrɪk/

1. Relating to the stomach.
- Example: Gastric acid plays a crucial role in the digestive process.
2. Pertaining to or affecting the stomach.
- Example: She was diagnosed with a gastric ulcer after experiencing severe abdominal pain.
3. Referring to something that originates in or is situated in the stomach.
- Example: The doctor advised against consuming large gastric meals before bedtime.
4. Related to gastric disorders.
- Example: He took medication to manage his gastric reflux symptoms.

From Late Latin 'gastricus', from Greek 'gastrikos', from 'gaster' meaning 'stomach'.

gastric band:

A device used in gastric surgery to help with weight loss.

gastric bypass:

A surgical procedure that helps patients lose weight by changing how their stomach and intestines handle the food.

gastric distress:

Discomfort or pain in the stomach area.

gastritis:

Inflammation of the stomach lining.

gastroenteritis:

Inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract.

gastrointestinal:

Relating to the stomach and intestines.

Meaning: Gas problems related to digestion.

Example Sentence: After that meal, I had some serious gastric issues.

Meaning: Colloquial term for bloating or discomfort.

Example Sentence: I feel so gastric after eating all that pizza.