Definition of peristalsis

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • peristalsis is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 13
  • peristalsis is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 13
  • peristalsis is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 15

Definition of peristalsis


  • the process of wavelike muscle contractions of the alimentary tract that moves food along (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. vermiculation

See definition of peristalsis in Merriam Webster