intestine
3 synonyms for intestine, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The long tube in the digestive system that food passes through after leaving the stomach, where nutrients are absorbed.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use intestine
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
small intestine
large intestine
intestine lining
Etymology
From Latin intestinum, "internal," describing an organ located inside the body.
Full origin of intestine →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.
