peristalsis | Amarkosh

Meaning of word peristalsis from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

Meaning : The process of wavelike muscle contractions of the alimentary tract that moves food along.

Synonyms : vermiculation

Muscular action of the alimentary tract in a direction opposite to peristalsis.

anastalsis

bird of jove (noun)
Any of various large keen-sighted diurnal birds of prey noted for their broad wings and strong soaring flight.

cxxx (adjective)
Being ten more than one hundred twenty.

ordinarily (adverb)
Under normal conditions.

ganesa (noun)
Hindu God of wisdom or prophecy. The God who removes obstacles.

incest (noun)
Sexual intercourse between persons too closely related to marry (as between a parent and a child).

firewood (noun)
Wood used for fuel.

profitability (noun)
The quality of affording gain or benefit or profit.

unusually (adverb)
To a remarkable degree or extent.

xxx (adjective)
Being ten more than twenty.

notably (adverb)
Especially. In particular.

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