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

Deficiency may also come about from gastrointestinal blood loss, which can be an early sign of colon cancer. — Amanda Schupak, CNN Money, 23 Oct. 2026

Shigellosis is a gastrointestinal illness caused by a group of bacteria called Shigella. — Devika Rao, TheWeek, 23 Oct. 2026

For those with a sesame allergy, consuming products containing the seed can lead to anaphylaxis and cause breathing issues, cardiovascular distress, hives, and gastrointestinal problems. — Anne Ewbank, Sacbee.com, 23 Oct. 2026

Some people notice differences in appetite, cravings, or gastrointestinal (GI) tolerance depending on the sweetener used. — Brittany Poulson, Verywell Health, 23 Oct. 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