Definitions

1. adjective

relating to the digestion and nutrition of the body

“The alimentary canal is a long tube that carries food through the body.”

2. noun

the system of organs that digest and absorb nutrients from food, including the mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine

“The alimentary system plays a crucial role in maintaining overall health.”

3. noun

the part of an organism that digests and absorbs nutrients, especially in insects and other invertebrates

“The alimentary tract of the caterpillar is a long tube that breaks down food.”