Definition of GASTROENTERITIS

gastroenteritis

Meanings

Plural: gastroenterites, gastroenteritides

Noun

  • inflammation of the stomach and intestines; can be caused by Salmonella enteritidis
  • Inflammation of the mucous membranes of the stomach and intestine; often caused by an infection.

Origin / Etymology

From gastro- + enteritis.

Synonyms

gastro, intestinal flu, stomach flu

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