Abdomen (en. Abdomen)
ab-DOH-men
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Cavity of the body that contains the digestive organs.
The doctor examined the patient's abdomen.
El médico examinó el abdomen del paciente.
Region of the human body located between the chest and the pelvis.
I feel a sharp pain in my abdomen.
Siento un dolor agudo en el abdomen.
Part of the body of many animals that includes the stomach area.
The abdomen of the snake moves while breathing.
El abdomen de la serpiente se mueve al respirar.
Etymology
From Latin 'abdomen', which means 'belly' or 'stomach'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
flat abdomen
Condition of the abdomen that does not have excessive fat.
abdomen plano
abdominal pain
Discomfort or pain in the abdominal area.
dolor de abdomen
abdominal metabolism
Metabolic process related to the accumulation of fat in the abdomen.
metabolismo abdominal
Related Words
belly
Part of the body that is commonly referred to as the abdomen.
vientre
stomach
Digestive organ located within the abdomen.
estómago
abdominal surgery
Surgical intervention performed in the abdomen.
cirugía abdominal
Slang Meanings
Belly
After the holidays, I have a belly that I can't hide.
Después de las fiestas, tengo una panza que no puedo ocultar.
Tummy
That tummy is a result of overeating.
Esa barriga es resultado de comer en exceso.