gastric
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for gastric, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Relating to the stomach.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use gastric
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From New Latin gastricus, based on the Greek word for stomach, gastḗr.
Full origin of gastric →Frequently asked questions
What does “gastric” mean?
The word “gastric” means relating to the stomach. In plain terms, a medical term meaning "to do with the stomach.".
How do you pronounce “gastric”?
“Gastric” is pronounced GAST-rihk (/ˈɡæstɹɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “gastric” in a sentence?
Here is “gastric” used in a sentence: “He was diagnosed with a gastric ulcer.”
What part of speech is “gastric”?
“Gastric” is an adjective.
Where does the word “gastric” come from?
The word “gastric” comes from New Latin. From New Latin gastricus, based on the Greek word for stomach, gastḗr.
Is “gastric” a common word?
“Gastric” is an uncommon word in modern English.