Esophageal Meaning in English

word

US

ɪˌsɑfəˈɡiəɫ

i-SAH-fuh-GEE-uhl

UK

ɪˌsɒfəˈdʒiːəl

i-SOF-uh-JEE-uhl

Definition

Relating to the esophagus, the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach.

Usage & Nuances

This is a medical and scientific term, rarely used outside healthcare or anatomy contexts. Common phrases: 'esophageal cancer', 'esophageal reflux'. Usually appears before nouns as an adjective.

• Spanish: esofágico
• Portuguese (BR): esofágico
• Portuguese (PT): esofágico
• Chinese (Simplified): 食管的
• Chinese (Traditional): 食道的
• Hindi: ग्रासनली का
• Arabic: المريئي
• Bengali: অন্ননলীয়
• Russian: пищеводный
• Japanese: 食道の
• Vietnamese: thực quản
• Korean: 식도의
• Turkish: özofagusla ilgili - yemek borusuna ait
• Urdu: مری سے متعلق
• Indonesian: esofagus - kerongkongan

Example Sentences

An esophageal disorder can make swallowing difficult.

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The doctor found an esophageal injury after the accident.

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He has an esophageal tube to help him eat.

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Chronic heartburn can lead to esophageal problems over time.

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She underwent esophageal surgery last year and is recovering well.

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Doctors are studying new treatments for esophageal cancer.

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