intestinal
|in/tes/ti/nal|
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/ɪnˈtɛstɪnəl/
relating to intestines
Etymology
Etymology Information
'intestinal' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'intestinum,' where 'intus' meant 'within.'
Historical Evolution
'intestinum' transformed into the French word 'intestinal,' and eventually became the modern English word 'intestinal' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'within the body,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to the intestines.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or affecting the intestines.
The patient was diagnosed with an intestinal infection.
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Last updated: 2025/02/12 05:33