bowels
|bow/els|
B2
/ˈbaʊəlz/
(bowel)
intestines or depths
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bowel' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'boel', where 'boel' meant 'intestine'.
Historical Evolution
'boel' transformed into the Middle English word 'bowel', and eventually became the modern English word 'bowel'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'intestine', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the intestines or entrails, especially when removed or exposed.
The surgeon carefully examined the patient's bowels.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41