esophagus
Translation
esophagus, gullet
Examples
Food passes down the esophagus to the stomach.
Food passes down the esophagus to the stomach.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) the tube connecting the throat to the stomach Food passes down the esophagus.
Similar Words
Synonyms: gullet, food pipe
Etymology
From Greek 'oisophagos' (gullet), from 'oisein' (to be going to carry) + 'phagein' (to eat).
Memory Tips
Remember 'phagus' relates to eating, as in 'phagocyte'. It's the tube for food.