Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gullet
noun
/ˈɡʌlɪt/
Definition
The gullet is the tube that connects the throat to the stomach, allowing food to pass through.
Examples
- The gullet is a vital part of the digestive system.
- She felt a lump in her gullet after swallowing too quickly.
- The doctor explained how food travels down the gullet to reach the stomach.
Meaning
The term ‘gullet’ commonly refers to the esophagus, which is essential for the digestive process by transporting food.
Synonyms
- Esophagus
- Throat
- Food pipe
