[ɛs.ə.fiː.ˈli.əl]

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or affecting the esophagus, the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach

“The esophageal specialist performed a series of tests to diagnose the patient’s condition.”

2. adjective

relating to or affecting the pharynx, the tube that carries food from the mouth to the esophagus

“The esophageal cancer was actually a pharyngeal cancer that had spread.”

3. noun

a condition or disease that affects the esophagus

“The patient’s esophageal condition made it difficult for her to swallow.”