Stomach

Stomach

The stomach is a muscular, hollow, dilated part of the digestion system which functions as an important organ of the digestive tract in some animals, including vertebrates, echinoderms, insects (mid-gut), and molluscs. It is involved in the second phase of digestion, following mastication (chewing).

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Famous quotes containing the word stomach:

    Those with stomach still to copulate strive in vain.
    Samuel Beckett (1906–1989)

    When the sky is clear, carry an umbrella; though your stomach is full, carry provisions.
    Chinese proverb.

    Prithee do not turn me about, my stomach is not constant.
    William Shakespeare (1564–1616)