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

Some people with gastrointestinal conditions that lead to fat malabsorption (passing greasy stools) may be at a greater risk of developing a vitamin E deficiency. —Jennifer Lefton, Verywell Health, 6 Oct. 2025

Gastrointestinal Conditions Chia seeds may help manage gastrointestinal conditions, including those associated with intestinal inflammation and an imbalance of gut bacteria. —Joy Emeh, Health, 5 Oct. 2025

An outbreak is when 3 percent or more of a cruise ship’s passengers or crew have specific gastrointestinal symptoms. —Miami Herald, 3 Oct. 2025

Severe infections can result in miscarriages, stillbirths, and early delivery in pregnant women, and potentially fatal infections for the baby due to spread outside of the gastrointestinal system. —Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 3 Oct. 2025

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