sto
mach
Plural
stomachs
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the body part inside our body where the food that we eat goes
The stomach is a muscular organ located in the upper abdomen that plays a key role in the digestion of food. It receives food from the esophagus and breaks it down further using acid and enzymes, preparing it for further digestion and absorption in the intestines. The stomach also helps regulate the release of food into the small intestine and aids in the digestion of proteins.
- He felt a sense of relief when the doctor assured him that his stomach issue was temporary.
- He held his stomach in pain after eating something that didn't agree with him.
- She drank a glass of warm water to calm her upset stomach.
- She felt a rumble in her stomach, indicating that she was hungry.
- She felt a wave of nausea in her stomach during the car ride.
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the area of the body in a vertebrate located between the chest and the hips
The stomach refers specifically to the visible portion of the abdomen located in the upper part of the abdomen, beneath the ribcage. It is often described as the "belly" or "tummy" area. The stomach is a muscular organ responsible for food storage, digestion, and the production of digestive enzymes and acids. It has a curved shape and can expand or contract based on the amount of food present. The stomach's external appearance may vary among individuals, but it generally forms a soft and rounded region in the upper abdominal area.
- He placed his hands on his stomach while taking deep breaths to calm himself.
- She had a butterfly tattoo right on her stomach, just above the navel.
- The belt tightened around his stomach as he adjusted his outfit.
- The dancer's movements emphasized the graceful curves of her stomach.
- He felt a tickle on his stomach where the baby's hand brushed against him.
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an appetite for food
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an inclination or liking for things involving conflict or difficulty or unpleasantness