Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
deglutition
noun
/dɪˌɡluː.tɪˈʃən/
Definition
Deglutition is the process of swallowing, involving the movement of food from the mouth through the throat and into the esophagus.
Examples
- After the deglutition of the pill, he felt better.
- The doctor explained how the muscles work during deglutition.
- Deglutition is an essential part of the digestive process.
Meaning
The act of swallowing food or liquid, a vital function in digestion and nutrition.
Synonyms
- Swallowing
- Ingestion
- Consumption
