- plural of intestine.
intestines
Example Sentences
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Protein fermentation occurs when bacteria in the intestines begin breaking down protein rather than fiber because available dietary fiber has already been used.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 28, 2026
If food remains in the intestines longer, bacteria have more time to turn to protein fermentation.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 28, 2026
Normally, the gut barrier allows nutrients to pass into the body while helping prevent harmful bacteria from escaping the intestines.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 17, 2026
Baby Theo, who is now five months old and thriving, had gastroschisis, where the belly button does not develop properly, causing the intestines to grow externally.
From BBC ● Aug. 3, 2026
Carmen = Mom’s goddaughter/niece was not computing with Arturo + Carmen = sudden frying of intestines when I talked to her.
From "The Epic Fail of Arturo Zamora" by Pablo Cartaya
