enteral

/ɛnˈtɛrəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or affecting the alimentary canal or the process of feeding

“The enteral nutrition therapy helped the patient recover from the illness.”

2. noun

a tube or catheter inserted into the alimentary canal, typically to supply nutrition or medication

“The patient had an enteral feeding tube inserted for a month.”

Synonyms

  • enteric
  • intestinal

Antonyms

  • parenteral