Gastric

/ˈɡæstrɪk/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Relating to the stomach.

Gastric acid plays a crucial role in the digestive process.

Pertaining to or affecting the stomach.

She was diagnosed with a gastric ulcer after experiencing severe abdominal pain.

Referring to something that originates in or is situated in the stomach.

The doctor advised against consuming large gastric meals before bedtime.

Related to gastric disorders.

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.

Gas problems related to digestion.

After that meal, I had some serious gastric issues.

Colloquial term for bloating or discomfort.

I feel so gastric after eating all that pizza.