alimentary
Pronunciation
Adjective
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
Relating to food, nutrition, or digestion.
Usage notes
Almost always seen in the phrase "alimentary canal", the tube running from mouth to intestines.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Food travels through the _____ canal from the mouth to the intestines."
Answer: alimentary
In your own words, what does "alimentary" mean?
Relating to food, nutrition, or digestion.
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