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Vocabulary Entry
peristalsis
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noun
The series of wave-like muscle contractions that move food through the digestive tract.
Example Sentences
"Peristalsis is essential for moving food from the esophagus to the stomach."
"Without peristalsis, digestion would be severely hindered."
"Doctors often study peristalsis to understand gastrointestinal disorders."