the system of organs in humans and animals that separates food into smaller parts that the cells can absorb and use. The oesophagus, the stomach, and the intestines are all part of the alimentary canal.
Synonyms and related words
The organs and system for processing food
abdominal
alimentary canal
anal
alimentary canal
noun singular medical
US /ælɪˌmentəri kəˈnæl/
DEFINITIONS1
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the system of organs in humans and animals that separates food into smaller parts that the cells can absorb and use. The esophagus, the stomach, and the intestines are all part of the alimentary canal.