Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

alimentary

[al-uh-men-tuh-ree] / ˌæl əˈmɛn tə ri /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Let’s not overlook how long it takes for a federal lawsuit to make its way through the judicial alimentary canal.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2025

Earthworms are an example of an animal with an alimentary canal.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

The blastopore forms the anus of the alimentary system in the juvenile and adult forms.

From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2015

Lamina propria—In addition to loose connective tissue, the lamina propria contains numerous blood and lymphatic vessels that transport nutrients absorbed through the alimentary canal to other parts of the body.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

It is often due in young children to the irritation involved in the process of teething or to that caused by the presence of worms in the alimentary canal.

From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various




Vocabulary lists containing alimentary


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "alimentary" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com