Intestine (noun)

1. The lower part of the alimentary canal, which extends from the stomach to the anus and includes the small and large intestine.
2. An internal organ or part of the body similar in function or structure to the intestine.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french, or from latin intestinum, from intus "within".

Examples:

1. The intestine is responsible for the absorption of nutrients.
2. Intestinal blockages can be caused by a variety of factors.
3. The small intestine is where most of the absorption of nutrients takes place.
4. The large intestine absorbs water and electrolytes.
5. The intestine can be affected by a variety of conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease.