Peptic
(adjective)
- Promoting or aiding digestion.
- Relating to the stomach and intestines and their functions.
Origin:
The word "peptic" comes from the greek word "peptos" meaning "digested" or "digestive". it is used to describe something that promotes or aids digestion.
Examples:
- The peptic drug helps in the treatment of ulcers.
- Peptic juices help in the breakdown of food.
- The peptic ulcer is a sore in the stomach lining.
- He took a peptic medication to aid digestion.
- The peptic enzymes helps in the breakdown of proteins.