Peristaltic (adjective)

  1. Relating to or characterized by peristalsis.
  2. Of or relating to the rhythmic contractions of the muscles that propel contents through a hollow organ.

Origin:

From greek peristallein (περισταλλεῖν) "to contract" or "to ring aroun.d"

Examples:

  1. Peristaltic pumps are used to pump fluids in a precise and controlled manner.
  2. The peristaltic movement of the esophagus pushes food towards the stomach.
  3. Peristaltic waves are responsible for the movement of food through the digestive tract.
  4. Peristaltic movement is the rhythmic contraction of the muscles in the walls of a hollow organ.
  5. A peristaltic pump is a type of pump that uses a flexible tube and a series of rollers to move fluid through the tube in a peristaltic manner.
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