abdominal
word
Definition
Relating to the abdomen, which is the part of the body between the chest and the hips. 'Abdominal' is often used for muscles, pain, or exercises involving the stomach area.
Usage & Nuances
'Abdominal' is formal and mainly used in medical, anatomy, or fitness contexts: 'abdominal pain', 'abdominal muscles', 'abdominal exercises'. It's not used to mean 'stomach' in conversation (people usually say 'stomachache' not 'abdominal ache').
Example Sentences
The doctor checked his abdominal muscles.
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He does abdominal exercises every morning.
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I think I pulled an abdominal muscle at the gym yesterday.
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Do you know any good abdominal workouts for beginners?
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After the surgery, he's supposed to avoid heavy abdominal activity for a while.
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She is experiencing abdominal pain after eating.
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