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Definition of «orifice»

An orifice is an opening in a body part, such as a hole in a hollow organ like the stomach or intestines. It can also refer to any opening through which something passes in and out, such as air flowing through a ventilation shaft or water draining from a pipe. In general usage, it refers to an opening that allows for the passage of fluids or gases.

Usage examples

  1. The dentist examined the patient's teeth by shining a light into each orifice in their mouth.
  2. The plumber located the source of the leak by inspecting all the orifices in the pipes.
  3. The researcher used a microscope to examine the orifices on the surface of the leaf.
  4. The engineer designed a new system with various orifices to regulate the flow of water.
  5. The doctor used a swab to collect a sample from the orifice of the patient's ear for testing.

Phrases with «orifice»

Sentences with «orifice»

  • There's definitely some fraying at the edges along with all of those odd fluids oozing from various orifices of the afflicted. (rottentomatoes.com)
  • Make sure to note whether the cat is bleeding from orifices such as its mouth or rectum (indications of internal injury). (pawprintsthemagazine.com)
  • The controversial nature of the show, which extends to a work by Jake and Dinos Chapman, of girlish mannequins with phalluses for noses and sexual orifices in all the wrong places, pleased many of the gallery - going public. (news.bbc.co.uk)
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