■ noun
1》 an internal organ in which the first part of digestion occurs, being (in humans and many mammals) a pear-shaped enlargement of the alimentary canal linking the oesophagus to the small intestine.
↘each of four such organs in a ruminant.
2》 the abdominal area of the body; the belly.
3》 [usu. with negative ] an appetite or desire for something.
■ verb (usu. cannot ~ )
1》 consume (food or drink) without feeling sick.
2》 endure or accept.
Phrases
a strong ~ an ability to see or do unpleasant things without feeling sick or squeamish.
Derivatives
~ful noun ( plural ~fuls ).
Origin
ME: from OFr. estomac , stomaque , via L. from Gk stomakhos 'gullet'.