Gastrointestinal

//ˌɡæstɹəʊɪnˈtɛstɪnəl// adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Of or pertaining to the stomach and intestines, and thus to digestion. not-comparable

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Adjective
  1. 1
    of or relating to the stomach and intestines wordnet

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"A growing number of children of various ages in several European countries have been admitted to hospitals with high fever and heart issues. Some also have suffered from gastrointestinal problems, such as vomiting and diarrhea."

Etymology

From gastro- + intestinal.

Related phrases

gastrointestinal tract

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