peristalsis meaning and definition

Definition and meaning of peristalsis at MeaningMonkey.org. peristalsis meaning and definition in the English Dictionary.

PERISTALSIS noun

Definition of peristalsis (noun)

the process of wavelike muscle contractions of the alimentary tract that moves food along
- synonyms: vermiculation
- antonym: anastalsis

Source: Princeton University Wordnet

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