Word Type

Noun

The word "ileus" can be used as a noun.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

adynamic ileus dynamic ileus hyperdynamic ileus ileus subparta mechanical ileus meconium ileus occlusive ileus paralytic ileus spastic ileus

Derived From

ileum

Context

broad definition medicine modern usage now rare

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

blockage enteropathy obstruction

Type Of (IsA)

disease

Related Terms

volvulus

Related Terms

ability cause disruption failure gastrointestinal tract normal peristalsis propulsive volvulus

Synonym Network

intestinal obstruction

Data sourced from Wiktionary, WordNet, CMU, and other open linguistic databases. Updated March 2026.