PERISTALSES Synonyms

There are 3 synonyms of the word peristalses. (exact relations)
There are 4 hypernyms of the word peristalses. (close relations)

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Definition of PERISTALSES

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peristaltic

Best Alternative Words for PERISTALSES


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	contractility				nounn
	noun • the capability or quality of shrinking or contracting, especially by muscle fibers and even some other forms of living matter
	motility				nounn
	noun • ability to move spontaneously and independently • a change of position that does not entail a change of location
	vermiculation				nounn
	noun • the process of wavelike muscle contractions of the alimentary tract that moves food along • a decoration consisting of wormlike carvings

Best Hypernyms For PERISTALSES

Here is a list of related hypernyms for peristalses, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.

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