gastrointestinal

adjective

gas·​tro·​in·​tes·​ti·​nal ˌga-strō-in-ˈte-stə-nᵊl 

-ˈtes(t)-nəl

: of, relating to, affecting, or including both stomach and intestine

Examples of gastrointestinal in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

That doesn’t mean gastrointestinal illnesses have disappeared. — Elaine Reno, The Conversation, 8 Sep. 2026

The body reduces blood flow to the gastrointestinal system because it is needed by the muscles, the heart and the skin. — Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026

There’s no argument that respiratory viruses and gastrointestinal bacteria ought to be unwelcome guests in our living spaces. — Mike McRae 03, New Atlas, 4 Sep. 2026

This is because elderberries are rich in dietary fiber and can reduce gas and other gastrointestinal issues. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 4 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1831, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing gastrointestinal

• gastrointestinal tract

Rhymes for gastrointestinal

• intestinal

Kids Definition

gastrointestinal

adjective

gas·​tro·​in·​tes·​ti·​nal ˌgas-trō-in-ˈtes-tən-ᵊl 

: of, relating to, or including both stomach and intestine

Medical Definition

gastrointestinal

adjective

gas·​tro·​in·​tes·​ti·​nal ˌgas-trō-in-ˈtes-tən-ᵊl, -ˈtes(t)-nəl 

: of, relating to, or affecting both stomach and intestine

gastrointestinal distress