Meaning & Definition of Intestine in English
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Intestine
The part of the digestive system between the stomach and the anus.
Pronunciation:
/ɪnˈtɛstə̩n/Part of Speech:
nounPlural:
intestinesDetailed Definitions
Definition: The elongated, tube-like organ in the body where digestion and absorption of food occurs.
Example Sentence: The small intestine plays a key role in digestion and nutrient absorption.
Definition: The lower part of the alimentary canal, involved in the elimination of solid waste.
Example Sentence: The large intestine absorbs water and forms waste for excretion.
Etymology
Origin: From Latin 'intestinus', meaning 'internal' or 'internal organ'.
Synonyms
gutbowelsdigestive tract
Common Phrases and Expressions
- gut feeling: An instinctive feeling or intuition about something.
- to have guts: To have courage or bravery.
- intestine worms: Parasitic worms that can inhabit the intestine.
Translations
- Spanish: intestino
- French: intestin
- German: Darm
- Russian: кишка
Related Words
- alimentary canal: The whole passage along which food passes through the body.
- digestion: The process of breaking down food in the body.
- nutrient absorption: The process by which the body takes in nutrients from food.
Slang Meanings of intestine
Meaning: Guts
Example Sentence: He showed a lot of guts by speaking out.
Meaning: Intestinal distress
Example Sentence: I had a bad case of intestinal distress after eating that.