Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bexiga

noun
/beɪˈziːɡə/
Definition
A small sac or pouch within the body that holds fluid or gas.
Examples
  • The bexiga se enche de urina à medida que a pessoa ingere líquidos.
  • Children often have difficulty controlling their bexiga.
  • Inflammation of the bexiga can lead to discomfort and other health issues.
Meaning
In Portuguese, ‘bexiga’ commonly refers to a bladder, particularly the urinary bladder, which stores urine before it is excreted.
Synonyms
  • bladder
  • sac
  • vesicle