C1adjectiveformalhealthscience
US/æbˈdɑː.mə.nəl/
UK/æbˈdɒm.ɪ.nəl/
relating to the abdomen, the part of the body between the chest and the hips
In context
She went to the hospital with severe abdominal pain.
Abdominal surgery usually needs several weeks of recovery.
Strong abdominal muscles help protect your lower back.
Words that go with abdominal
adjective + noun
- abdominal painAbdominal pain can have many causes.
- abdominal musclesSit-ups work the abdominal muscles.
- abdominal surgeryHe had abdominal surgery last year.
- abdominal cavityThe liver lies in the abdominal cavity.
- abdominal crampsThe food poisoning caused abdominal cramps.
- abdominal fatAbdominal fat is linked to heart disease.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
abdominal acheCorrect: abdominal pain