esophagus
/ɪˈsɑfəɡəs/
noun
- The muscular tube that connects the throat (pharynx) to the stomach, through which food and drink pass after swallowing.
- A burning sensation in the esophagus is often caused by stomach acid.
- Food travels down the esophagus to reach the stomach.
- The esophagus contracts in waves to push food along.
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