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Meaning of bowels

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

bowels

Pronunciation:/baʊ.əlz/

noun

Definitions

  1. A part or division of the intestines, usually the large intestine.

  2. (in the plural) The entrails or intestines; the internal organs of the stomach.

  3. (in the plural) The (deep) interior of something.

    Example: The treasures were stored in the bowels of the ship.

  4. (in the plural) The seat of pity or the gentler emotions; pity or mercy.

noun

Definitions

  1. The deepest or innermost part.

    Example: down in the bowels of the Earth

  2. The concept or quality that defines something at its very core.

    Example: the project's bowels

  3. The intestines.

  4. Compassion, sympathy.