intestinal
ɪnˈtɛstɪnəl
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Definition of intestinal - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

1.
medicalTECH.affecting the intestinesTECH.
  • Intestinal diseases can be quite severe and require immediate attention.
bowel enteric
2.
digestive systemTECH.related to the intestines in the bodyTECH.
  • She suffered from an intestinal infection.
enteric visceral
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Expressions with intestinal

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common term for gastroenteritis
Intestinal flu can cause severe dehydration.
part of the digestive system where food passes and waste is formed
The doctor examined her intestinal tract using a small camera.
harmless microorganisms essential for intestinal health
A balanced intestinal flora is vital for good digestion.
surgical operation to shorten the small intestine
The patient underwent an intestinal bypass to lose weight.
blockage in the intestines preventing passage of contents
The patient was diagnosed with an intestinal obstruction.
disease where germs attack the intestines and cause stomach problems
The doctor diagnosed an intestinal infection after reviewing her symptoms.

Origin of intestinal

Latin, intestinum (internal)

Terms with intestinal included in their meaning

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medical
serious intestinal infection causing diarrhea, often from dirty water
euphemism
release intestinal gas through the anus
health condition
intestinal disorder affecting travelers, caused by consuming contaminated food or water
abdominal pain
severe pain in the abdomen due to gas or intestinal obstruction
tourist illness
intestinal disorder in tourists from contaminated food or water
digestion
intestinal gas causing discomfort
intestinal gases
release intestinal gases through the anus
gastroenteritis
virus causing stomach and intestinal inflammation

Examples of intestinal in a sentence

  • She was diagnosed with an intestinal blockage.
  • The doctor diagnosed an intestinal disorder.
  • He experienced severe intestinal pain.

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  1. French:intestinal, entérique, ...
  2. German:intestinal, ...
  3. Italian:intestinale, ...
  4. Spanish:intestinal, digestivo, ...
  5. Portuguese:intestinal, ...
  6. Chinese:肠道的, 肠的, ...
  7. Japanese:腸疾患, 腸の, ...
  8. Arabic:مَعَوِيّ, ...
  9. Hebrew:מֵעִי, ...
  10. Russian:интестинальные болезни, кишечный, ...
  11. Ukrainian:кишковий, травний, ...
  12. Hindi:आंत्रिक, आंत्र, ...
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