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peristalsis

/ˌper.ɪˈstæl.sɪs/

翻译: 指消化道壁肌肉的波状收缩,推动食物沿消化道向前移动。

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noun

/ˌper.ɪˈstæl.sɪs/C2formalmedical
  • zh指消化道壁肌肉的波状收缩,推动食物沿消化道向前移动。

A noun referring to the wavelike muscular contractions of the alimentary tract that propel food along the digestive system.

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  1. C1formalmedical

    The process of wavelike muscle contractions in the digestive tract that moves food and waste along.

    zh蠕动

    • Peristalsis is essential for moving food through the esophagus.
    • The doctor explained how peristalsis helps digestion.
    • Certain medications can affect the rate of peristalsis in the intestines.

    同义词vermiculation

词形
  • peristalses plural form
  • peristalses' possessive plural form
  • peristalsis's possessive singular form