Synonyms for

Bowel

Verb / ˈbaʊʌl / Another word for bowel — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The long tube in the body that helps digest food and removes waste

Synonyms & similar words

gut intestine intestine gut colon rectum viscera innards insides entrails guts tripes chitterlings sweetbreads offal abdomen belly tummy stomach

Synonyms by register

Formal

intestine viscera gut

Informal

gut tummy innards

Literary

bowels of the earth depths entrails

Antonyms

head brain mind intellect reason thought spirit

Common collocations

  • large bowel
  • small bowel
  • bowel movement
  • bowel cancer
  • bowel obstruction
  • bowel sounds
  • bowel preparation

Word family

noun bowel
adjective bowel

Usage note

Primarily used in a medical or anatomical context. 'Bowel' can also be used metaphorically to refer to the inner depths of something, as in 'the bowels of the earth'.

Example sentences

  1. The doctor said the problem was in my bowel.
  2. You should eat more fiber to keep your bowel healthy.
  3. The bowel movement was not normal.
  4. The doctor ordered a test to check the bowel.
  5. The patient felt pain in the bowel area.

Quotes

  • The bowel is an important part of the digestive system.
  • The health of your bowel affects your overall well-being.
  • Eating a balanced diet can keep your bowel healthy.

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