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ESOPHAGUS Synonyms

There are 5 synonyms of the word esophagus. (exact relations)
There are 8 hypernyms of the word esophagus. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for ESOPHAGUS

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gullet
nounn
noun

• the passage between the pharynx and the stomach

oesophagus
nounn
noun

• the passage between the pharynx and the stomach

throat
nounn
noun

• the passage to the stomach and lungs; in the front part of the neck below the chin and above the collarbone

• an opening in the vamp of a shoe at the instep

• a passage resembling a throat in shape or function

• the part of an animal's body that corresponds to a person's throat

weasand
nounn
noun

• The oesophagus; the windpipe; the trachea.

• The throat in general.

gorge
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a deep ravine (usually with a river running through it)

• a narrow pass (especially one between mountains)

• the passage between the pharynx and the stomach

verb

• overeat or eat immodestly; make a pig of oneself

Best Hypernyms For ESOPHAGUS

Here is a list of related hypernyms for esophagus, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (5)
musculature organ passage passageway tube
Phrases (3)
body partmuscle systemmuscular structure

Alternatives for GULLET

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