Pyloric Meaning in English

word

US

paɪˈlɔɹɪk

py-LOR-ik

UK

paɪlˈɒɹɪk

py-LOR-ik

Definition

Relating to the pylorus, which is the part of the stomach that connects to the small intestine and controls the passage of food.

Usage & Nuances

Used almost only in medical or biological contexts as an adjective. Commonly appears in terms like 'pyloric sphincter,' 'pyloric stenosis,' and 'pyloric region.' Rarely used outside discussions of anatomy or health.

• Spanish: pilórico
• Portuguese (BR): pilórico
• Portuguese (PT): pilórico
• Chinese (Simplified): 幽门的
• Chinese (Traditional): 幽門的
• Hindi: पाइलोरिक
• Arabic: البوابي
• Bengali: পাইলোরিক
• Russian: пилорический
• Japanese: 幽門の
• Vietnamese: môn vị
• Korean: 유문(의)
• Turkish: pilorik
• Urdu: پائلورک
• Indonesian: pilorus

Example Sentences

The pyloric sphincter controls food leaving the stomach.

basic

Doctors examined the pyloric region during the endoscopy.

basic

A pyloric blockage can cause vomiting in infants.

basic

The baby's weight loss was traced to pyloric stenosis.

natural

Sometimes, an ulcer near the pyloric opening can be very painful.

natural

During surgery, the surgeon checked the pyloric canal for any problems.

natural