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Words Related to Body - General Words Related to the Body
Here you will learn some general English words related to the body, such as "torso", "organ", and "duct".
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nervous system
[noun]
the network of neurons and fibers that interpret stimuli and transmit impulses from the body to the brain
mucus
[noun]
a thick slimy substance produced by mucous membranes, inside the nose or the mouth, to lubricate and protect them
mucus membrane
[noun]
a thin, moist tissue that lines body cavities like the respiratory, digestive, and reproductive tracts, producing mucus for protection and lubrication
lymphatic system
[noun]
a network that collects and transports lymph, supporting immune function and fluid balance
metabolism
[noun]
the chemical processes through which food is changed into energy for the body to use
airway
[noun]
the anatomical structures, including the nose, mouth, throat, and lungs, that allow for the passage of air during breathing
hilum
[noun]
the entrance or exit point on an organ where blood vessels, nerves, and other structures are connected
gastrointestinal tract
[noun]
the long, hollow organ system that extends from the mouth to the anus
lobe
[noun]
(anatomy) a rounded part of an organ, such as, lungs or brain that seems to be separate in some way from the rest
duodenal
[adjective]
affecting or relating to the top part of the small intestine, called duodenum
intestinal
[adjective]
relating to the intestines, which are part of the digestive system responsible for absorbing nutrients and removing waste from the body
pelvic
[adjective]
(anatomy) connected with the curved set of bones at the bottom of the body, called pelvis
retinal
[adjective]
(anatomy) connected with the sensory part of the eye that sends signals to the brain, called retina
uterine
[adjective]
relating to the uterus, the organ in the female reproductive system where fetal development occurs during pregnancy
vertebral
[adjective]
(anatomy) related to any of the series of the bones from the back, called vertebra
to metabolize
[verb]
to break down substances like food or drugs to produce energy or support various bodily functions
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