bowel

• Substantivo que designa a parte do sistema digestório situada entre o estômago e o ânus, responsável pela digestão e absorção de nutrientes; no plural, pode referir-se às entranhas ou vísceras.

A noun referring to the part of the alimentary canal between the stomach and the anus, involved in digestion and absorption of nutrients.

1. Intestinal tractB2formalmedical

   The part of the alimentary canal that extends from the stomach to the anus, responsible for digestion and waste elimination.

   Intestino

   • The doctor examined his bowel for any blockages.
   • A healthy diet is important for proper bowel function.
   • She experienced discomfort in her lower bowel after eating.

   Sinônimosentrailsgutinnardsintestineviscera

2. Inner depths (figurative)C1formal

   The innermost or deepest part of something, often used metaphorically.

   Âmago

   • They explored the bowels of the ancient castle.
   • The secret documents were hidden in the bowels of the building.
   • He felt a strange sensation in the bowels of the earth.

   Sinônimosbellycoreheartinnardsinterior

   Antônimosboundaryedgeexteriorlimitmarginouteroutsideperipherysurfacetop