gastro
gastro Lexical Profile
gastro Game Scores & Validity
• noun
Australian An informal shortening of gastroenteritis, an inflammation of the stomach and intestines typically causing vomiting and diarrhea.
"Half the children at the daycare stayed home this week after catching a bout of gastro."
An informal shortening of gastroenterology, the branch of medicine focused on the digestive system and its disorders.
"The medical resident completed a two-month clinical rotation in gastro before choosing her specialty."
• adjective
Relating to high-quality food, fine dining, or gastronomy.
"The neighborhood has recently become a popular destination for gastro tourists seeking artisanal cuisine."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Clipped from gastroenteritis or gastronomy, ultimately deriving from Ancient Greek gastēr, meaning 'stomach' or 'belly'.
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