intestine(s) (Meaning)
intestine(s)
internal, the part of the alimentary canal that is a long tube composed of the small intestine and the large intestine, that extends from the stomach to the anus, that helps to digest food and absorb nutrients and water, and that carries waste matter to be discharged, the tubular part of the digestive tract that extends from the stomach to the anus compare large intestine, small intestine, the tubular portion of the digestive tract that lies posterior to the stomach from which it is separated by the pyloric sphincter and consists of a slender but long anterior part made up of the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum which function in digestion and assimilation of nutrients and a broader shorter posterior part made up of the cecum, colon, and rectum which function in resorption of water from the by-products of digestion and formation of the feces, of or relating to the internal affairs of a state or country
Synonyms & Antonyms of intestine(s)
intestine(s) Sentence Examples
- The small intestine is responsible for absorbing most of the nutrients from food.
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder that affects the intestines.
- The large intestine (colon) absorbs water from waste and forms stool.
- Parasitic infections can cause inflammation and damage to the intestines.
- A healthy diet promotes a healthy microbiome, which is essential for intestinal health.
- Crohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects the intestines.
- Ulcerative colitis is a disease that causes inflammation and ulceration of the intestines.
- The intestines are lined with a protective layer of mucus that helps prevent infection.
- Certain medications can irritate the intestines and cause gastrointestinal side effects.
- Surgery may be necessary to treat severe intestinal conditions such as bowel obstructions or perforations.
FAQs About the word intestine(s)
internal, the part of the alimentary canal that is a long tube composed of the small intestine and the large intestine, that extends from the stomach to the anu
innards, vitals,bowel(s), viscera, inside(s), inwards, entrails, chitlins, gut, giblet(s)
No antonyms found.
The small intestine is responsible for absorbing most of the nutrients from food.
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder that affects the intestines.
The large intestine (colon) absorbs water from waste and forms stool.
Parasitic infections can cause inflammation and damage to the intestines.
