Pronunciation

/stʌmək/

Definitions

Noun

1. A muscular, sac-like organ in the abdominal cavity of a human or animal, where food is temporarily stored and partially digested before being passed on to the intestines.
   • Example: “The stomach is an essential part of the digestive system.”
   • Synonyms: gut, abdomen, tummy

Verb

1. To experience physical discomfort or pain in the stomach.

   • Example: “After eating too much, he started to feel a stomachache.”
   • Synonyms: upset, ache, churn

2. To have a feeling of unease or apprehension (metaphorical use).

   • Example: “She had a stomach for adventure.”
   • Synonyms: unease, apprehension

Adjective

1. Relating to or affecting the stomach or digestive system.
   • Example: “A stomach-friendly diet”
   • Synonyms: gastric, digestive

Phrases

• “Ease one’s stomach” means to alleviate an upset stomach.
• “Stomach flu” refers to a common illness affecting the digestive system.
• “Stomach acid” refers to the hydrochloric acid produced by the stomach.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “After the surgery, his recovery was slow due to the pain in his stomach.”
• Verb: “She tried to ease her baby’s stomach by giving him a warm bottle.”
• Adjective: “The medication helped to calm his stomach cramps.”

Synonyms

• Abdominal
• Gastric
• Digestive discomfort
• Upset stomach
• Bloating
• Nausea
• Acid reflux