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intestine

0 antonyms and opposites of intestine, grouped by meaning.

Noun — The long tube in the digestive system that food passes through after leaving the stomach, where nutrients are absorbed.

How to use intestine

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small intestine large intestine intestine lining

Etymology

From Latin intestinum, "internal," describing an organ located inside the body.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “intestine” mean?

The word “intestine” means the long tube in the digestive system that food passes through after leaving the stomach, where nutrients are absorbed. In plain terms, a key organ of digestion, divided into the small intestine and large intestine.

How do you pronounce “intestine”?

“Intestine” is pronounced ihn-TEHS-tihn (/ɪnˈtɛstɪn/ in IPA).

How do you use “intestine” in a sentence?

Here is “intestine” used in a sentence: “The small intestine absorbs most of the nutrients from food.”

What is another word for “intestine”?

Words with a similar meaning to “intestine” include bowel, gut and tharm.

What part of speech is “intestine”?

“Intestine” is a noun.

Where does the word “intestine” come from?

The word “intestine” comes from Latin. From Latin intestinum, "internal," describing an organ located inside the body.

Is “intestine” a common word?

“Intestine” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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