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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

gastroscopy

/ˈɡæstrɒskəpi/ noun · British & US
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What does gastroscopy mean?

noun

A medical procedure in which a flexible tube with a camera and light is passed through the mouth to examine the upper digestive system, particularly the stomach and duodenum.

Example

"The gastroscopy revealed a small ulcer on the lining of the stomach."

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