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enterally

adv · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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adv

Meaning 1

By means of the intestine.

By means of the intestine by way of any gastrointestinal intake, whether orally or by tube feeding (nasogastric or nasoenteric).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: not-comparable

Examples

  • administered either parenterally or enterally

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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adv

Meaning 2

By means of the intestine.

By means of the intestine by way of tube feeding (nasogastric or nasoenteric) as opposed to oral intake.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: not-comparable

Examples

  • fed either orally or enterally

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From enteral + -ly.