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bowel

Pronunciation: [ˈboʊ.əl]

Word

Learn how to use bowel in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “anatomy”

(noun) the part of your body that helps digest food. It includes the intestines, which are long tubes that take food and drink from your stomach and help your body absorb nutrients.

Example

The doctor explained how the bowel works to help our bodies use the food we eat.

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She didn't have any problems with her bowel, so she felt happy and healthy.

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Do you know how the bowel helps in digestion?

Context: “health”

(noun) a term used to describe problems related to digestion, like constipation or diarrhea. When we talk about bowel health, we're talking about how well these parts of our body are working.

Example

Eating fruits and vegetables is good for keeping your bowel healthy.

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He didn't pay attention to his bowel health, and it caused him some discomfort.

Example

What are some signs that someone might have a bowel problem?

How to pronounce bowel

Pronunciation: [ˈboʊ.əl]

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