Gastric: meaning, definitions and examples

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gastric

 

[ ˈɡæstrɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

medical terminology

The term 'gastric' refers to anything related to the stomach. It is commonly used in medical contexts to describe conditions, diseases, or anatomy associated with the stomach.

Synonyms

abdominal, stomach-related

Examples of usage

  • Gastric ulcers can cause significant pain.
  • The gastric bypass surgery alters the digestive system.
  • Gastric acid is essential for the digestion of food.

Translations

Translations of the word "gastric" in other languages:

🇵🇹 gástrico

🇮🇳 गैस्ट्रिक

🇩🇪 magengeschwür

🇮🇩 gastrik

🇺🇦 шлунковий

🇵🇱 żołądkowy

🇯🇵 胃の

🇫🇷 gastrique

🇪🇸 gástrico

🇹🇷 gastrik

🇰🇷 위의

🇸🇦 معدي

🇨🇿 žaludeční

🇸🇰 žalúdočný

🇨🇳 胃的

🇸🇮 želodčni

🇮🇸 magavefs

🇰🇿 асқазан

🇬🇪 კუჭის

🇦🇿 mədə

🇲🇽 gástrico

Etymology

The word 'gastric' has its roots in the late Middle English period, deriving from the Latin term 'gastricus' which means 'of the stomach'. This, in turn, comes from the Greek word 'gaster', which also means 'stomach'. The use of 'gastric' in the English language can be traced back to medical texts that referred to various ailments and functions of the stomach. Over time, the term has become a standard descriptor in both clinical and educational settings when discussing digestive processes and gastrointestinal health. Its evolution reflects the growing understanding of anatomy and physiology in relation to the digestive system.

Word Frequency Rank

At #7,361 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.