noun

intestine

intestine

The small intestine absorbs most nutrients.

The small intestine absorbs most nutrients.

He has a problem with his large intestine.

He has a problem with his large intestine.

((the/an)) intestine an organ in the body The small intestine is very long.

Synonyms: gut, bowel, entrails

From Latin 'intestinus' meaning 'internal', from 'intus' meaning 'within'.

Think 'in-test-ine'. It's something 'in' your body that gets 'tested' during a medical check-up.

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