gullet

noun
UK: /ˈɡʌl.ɪt/
US: /ˈɡʌl.ɪt/

  1. The tube in the body that food and drink go down when you swallow.

    1. Food passes from the mouth, through the gullet, and into the stomach.
    2. The vet checked the animal's gullet for any signs of obstruction that might explain its distress.

Synonyms

esophagus throat

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "gullet" is /ˈɡʌl.ɪt/ in British English and /ˈɡʌl.ɪt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "gullet": esophagus, throat.

Example usage of "gullet": "Food passes from the mouth, through the gullet, and into the stomach.". More examples on the page.