gastric

adjective

gas·​tric ˈga-strik How to pronounce gastric (audio)
: of or relating to the stomach

Examples of gastric in a Sentence

gastric problems caused by stress
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These medications delay gastric emptying, which creates the opportunity for acid reflux to occur. Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 11 Dec. 2025 Supplement dosages aren’t typically high enough to begin with, and gastric acid can kill many bacterial strains. Kaitlin Vogel, Health, 11 Dec. 2025 The biggest risk is a gastric or intestinal blockage. Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2025 The gastric neurostimulator is battery-powered and should last 10-15 years. Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE, 1 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for gastric

Word History

Etymology

Greek gastr-, gastēr, alteration of *grastēr, from gran to gnaw, eat

First Known Use

1656, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of gastric was in 1656

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“Gastric.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gastric. Accessed 18 Dec. 2025.

Kids Definition

gastric

adjective
gas·​tric ˈgas-trik How to pronounce gastric (audio)
: of, relating to, or located near the stomach
gastric ulcers

Medical Definition

gastric

adjective
gas·​tric ˈgas-trik How to pronounce gastric (audio)
: of or relating to the stomach

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