cardia

noun

car·dia | \ ˈkär-dē-ə

plural cardiae\ ˈkär-dē-ˌē

\ or cardias

Definition of cardia

(Entry 1 of 2)

: the opening of the esophagus into the stomach also : the part of the stomach adjoining this opening

-cardia

noun combining form

Definition of -cardia (Entry 2 of 2)

: heart action or location (of a specified type) tachycardia

Examples of cardia in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun

Read more: Of course, some health conditions may be worsened by coffee consumption, including insomnia, anxiety, reflux disease (heartburn), high blood pressure, and cardia arrhythmias (abnormal heartbeat). — Darlene Zimmerman, Detroit Free Press, "Healthy Table: Daily cup or two of coffee may have health benefits," 13 May 2018

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