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- [in-tes-tin]
- /ɪnˈtɛs tɪn/
- /ɪnˈtes.tɪn/
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- [in-tes-tin]
- /ɪnˈtɛs tɪn/
Definitions of intestines word
- noun intestines Usually, intestines. the lower part of the alimentary canal, extending from the pylorus to the anus. 1
- noun intestines Also called small intestine. the narrow, longer part of the intestines, comprising the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum, that serves to digest and absorb nutrients. 1
- noun intestines Also called large intestine. the broad, shorter part of the intestines, comprising the cecum, colon, and rectum, that absorbs water from and eliminates the residues of digestion. 1
- adjective intestines internal; domestic; civil: intestine strife. 1
- noun intestines Plural form of intestine. 1
- noun intestines plural of intestine. 0
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Origin of intestines
First appearance:
before 1525 One of the 28% oldest English words
1525-35; < Latin intestīnum, noun use of neuter of intestīnus internal, equivalent to intes- (variant of intus inside) + -tīnus adj. suffix; cf. vespertine
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Parts of speech for Intestines
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intestines popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 97% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".
intestines usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for intestines
noun intestines
- guts — the alimentary canal, especially between the pylorus and the anus, or some portion of it. Compare foregut, midgut, hindgut.
- innards — the internal parts of the body; entrails or viscera.
- insides — on the inner side or part of; within: inside the circle; inside the envelope.
- viscera — Viscera are the large organs inside the body, such as the heart, liver, and stomach.
- bowels — innards; entrails
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