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Meaning of word peristalsis from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

peristalsis   noun

Meaning : The process of wavelike muscle contractions of the alimentary tract that moves food along.

Synonyms : vermiculation

Muscular action of the alimentary tract in a direction opposite to peristalsis.

anastalsis