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Word | Meaning | Advanced |
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bowel | n: the part of the alimentary canal below the stomach; the intestine, especially the lower intestine | |
movement | n: a group of people working together to achieve a shared goal, especially a political, social, or artistic one; the process of moving or being moved, physically or figuratively | |
norm | n: something that is regarded as usual, typical, or standard | |
ob-gyn | n: (an abbreviation for obstetrician-gynecologist) a medical doctor who specializes in the care of women’s reproductive health, including pregnancy, childbirth, and disorders of the reproductive system | |
medicinal | adj: of or relating to the treatment or cure of disease | |
anxiety | n: a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something that is happening or might happen in the future | |
phony | adj: not genuine; counterfeit; insincere; pretentious | |
metric | adj: using or relating to the meter as a unit of length; a system of related measures that facilitates the quantification of some particular characteristic | |
struggle | v: to make a great effort to do something when it is difficult, or there are a lot of problems; to use force or violence to break away from restraint or constriction | |
constipation | n: a condition in which bowel movements occur less frequently or with difficulty, often resulting in hard, dry stools and discomfort or pain during elimination | |
colon | n: the punctuation mark ( : ) used to introduce a list, summary, explanation, etc., or before reporting what someone has said; a significant part of the large intestine, the final section of the digestive system | |
fiber | n: thread or filament used to make a vegetable tissue, mineral material, or textile | |
digestion | n: the process of breaking down food in the body into smaller, more usable components, typically involving enzymes and other bodily processes; the process of assimilating, understanding, or absorbing information or ideas | |
chew | v: to crush or grind something, especially food, with the teeth and then swallow it | |
particle | n: a small piece of something; a word or piece of a term with grammatical function but little or no significance | |
saliva | n: the clear liquid that is secreted into the mouth by glands in the walls of the mouth and throat, helping to lubricate food during chewing and digestion | |
moisten | v: to make slightly damp or wet; to add moisture or humidity to something, often to improve its texture or taste | |
enzyme | n: a substance produced by a living organism that acts as a catalyst to bring about a specific biochemical reaction | |
starch | n: a complex carbohydrate found in many plants, including rice, wheat, and potatoes that is an important foodstuff for humans and animals | |
esophagus | n: the muscular tube that connects the mouth and throat to the stomach, which allows food to pass through | |
stomach | n: the internal organ in the body where food is digested, situated in the abdomen; the part of the body below the chest that contains the stomach | |
acid | n: sour; water-soluble chemicals with a sour flavor; any of a variety of generally liquid compounds capable of reacting with and occasionally dissolving other materials | |
gastric | adj: relating to the stomach or the digestive system; characterized by or causing discomfort or pain in the stomach or upper abdomen | |
intestine | n: a long, tube-like organ in the digestive system that is responsible for absorbing nutrients from food and eliminating waste products | |
protein | n: a molecule made up of a long chain of amino acids, which is essential for the structure and function of the body’s tissues | |
carbohydrate | n: (also carb) any of a class of organic compounds that includes sugars, starch, and cellulose and are a principal source of energy in the diet of animals | |
micronutrient | adj: vitamins and minerals needed by the body in very small amounts | |
pancreas | n: a glandular organ in the digestive system that produces several important hormones, including insulin and glucagon, as well as digestive enzymes that help break down food in the small intestine | |
gallbladder | n: a small, pear-shaped organ located near the liver that stores and releases bile into the small intestine to aid in digestion | |
liver | n: a large organ in the body, involved in many metabolic processes, such as detoxification of the organism, and the synthesis of proteins | |
microbiome | n: the community of microorganisms (= living things too small to be seen) that can usually be found living together in any given environment or the human body | |
absorb | v: to take in a fluid or other substance gradually | |
process | n: a series of actions or operations performed to achieve a particular outcome or goal; a systematic procedure or approach used to accomplish a specific task or objective; a method of treating milk to make it suitable for consumption or use in other dairy products | |
electrolyte | n: a substance that conducts electricity when dissolved in water or another solvent and that is essential for many physiological processes in the body | |
vitamin | n: any of a group of organic compounds that are essential in small quantities to the diet and are present in natural foodstuffs or sometimes produced within the body | |
squeeze | v: to apply pressure from two or more sides; to hold someone or something tightly in your arms, usually with fondness | |
stool | n: a seat without a back or arms, typically used by one person; a piece of furniture with a flat top supported by one or more legs, used for working at or eating from; a piece of feces excreted from the body | |
rectum | n: the final segment of the large intestine, responsible for storing and expelling fecal matter from the body | |
brain | n: the organ inside the head that is responsible for one’s movement, thought, memory, and feeling | |
sphincter | n: a circular muscle that regulates the flow of material through a passage or opening, such as the anus or a valve in the digestive system | |
relax | v: to become or cause someone to become less active or tense and calmer | |
boom | n: a sudden increase in economic activity, or a sudden happening that brings good fortune; a deep, loud, and prolonged sound | |
involve | v: to include or affect someone or something as a necessary part of something else | |
typical | adj: having the usual characteristics or traits of a specific group of things | |
digest | v: to transform food into absorbable substances; break down | |
bacteria | n: single-celled or noncellular spherical or spiral or rod-shaped organisms that exist in large numbers in the air, water, and soil, and also in living and dead creatures and plants, and are often a cause of disease | |
mucus | n: a slimy liquid produced inside the nose and other body parts for lubrication, protection, etc. | |
glom | v: to take or accumulate something without permission or right; to attach oneself or to become attached to something or someone (often used with ‘onto’) | |
amazing | adj: extremely surprising, especially in a way that you like or admire | |
digestive | adj: relating to or capable of causing or promoting digestion of food | |
tract | n: a region of land, often with a specific purpose or use, such as farming, forestry, or mining; a bundle of nerves or a system of organs in the body | |
mosey | v: to move or walk at a leisurely or relaxed pace, often with no particular destination in mind | |
physically | adv: in a way related to a person’s body or appearance rather than their mind | |
pace | n: the speed at which someone or something moves, or the rate at which something happens or changes | |
bulk | n: the quantity or size of something that is very large; the main part of something | |
scratch | v: to cut or damage the surface of something or the skin with a sharp or pointed object | |
unpleasant | adj: not enjoyable or comfortable | |
mass | n: a large amount of a substance with no definite shape or form; a large number of people or things grouped or crowded together | |
absorption | n: a process in which one substance permeates another; a fluid permeates or is dissolved by a liquid or solid | |
bloodstream | n: the blood flowing through the body | |
cholesterol | n: a type of fat that is found in the blood and cells of the body and that is important for many bodily functions but can also contribute to heart disease and stroke when levels are too high | |
gut | n: the long tube in the body of a person or animal through which food passes when it leaves the stomach; the mental strength or bravery required to do something difficult or unpleasant | |
maintain | v: to continue to uphold or sustain; to keep in a particular state or condition; to assert or declare something to be true | |
associate | v: to mentally connect someone or something with someone or something else | |
diabetes | n: a medical condition in which the body cannot produce enough insulin to control the glucose levels in the blood | |
disease | n: a disorder or illness that affects the body or mind, often characterized by specific symptoms or abnormal functioning of organs or systems | |
gastrointestinal | adj: relating to the stomach and intestines, particularly about the digestive system or related disorders | |
cancer | n: abnormal growth of cells that can invade and destroy surrounding tissues and organs; a disease characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells | |
vast | adj: enormous in size, number, amount, or quantity | |
recommend | v: to suggest that someone or something would be a suitable fit for a particular purpose or role | |
gram | n: a metric unit of weight equal to one-thousandth of a kilogram | |
generic | adj: not specific; not linked to a particular brand or product | |
grain | n: wheat or any other small hard seeds used as a food; a relatively small granular particle of a substance | |
legume | n: a plant of the pea family, whose seed is often edible and used as a source of protein | |
specific | adj: clearly defined or particular to a certain thing or situation; distinct, explicit, and precise | |
raspberry | n: a sweet and tart edible fruit that grows on bushes, usually with a soft red or black color and a rough texture on the outside | |
avocado | n: a pear-shaped fruit with a hard skin and buttery flesh, commonly eaten raw in salads, sandwiches, or as guacamole | |
artichoke | n: a type of vegetable that grows on a large plant and has a prickly, cone-shaped flower head with edible leaves and a heart-shaped center; often used in cooking | |
cereal | n: a type of grain used for food, such as wheat, oats, or corn that is typically ground into flour, cooked into porridge, or used to make breakfast cereals | |
lentil | n: a small, flat, round legume that is cooked and often used in soups, stews, salads, and other dishes, and which is a good source of protein, iron, and other nutrients | |
kidney | n: either of a pair of small organs in the body that filter waste products, especially urea, from the blood and excrete them and water in urine | |
chickpea | n: a round, pale-colored, edible legume with a nutty taste, also known as a garbanzo bean, commonly used in Middle Eastern and Indian cooking | |
pistachio | n: a type of nut that grows inside a hard, beige shell, often used in cooking and for snacking | |
sunflower | n: a plant with large, round flower heads that have bright yellow petals and a dark center, grown for its edible seeds and oil, as well as for decorative purposes | |
doubt | n: a feeling of being uncertain about something, especially about how good or accurate it is |