Meaning of the word bowels in English

What does bowels mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

bowels

US /ˈbɑʊ·əlz, bɑʊlz/
UK /ˈbaʊ.əlz/

Plural Noun

1.

the intestines of a human or animal

Example:
The doctor examined his bowels.
He had a problem with his bowels.
2.

the deepest part of something

Example:
The miners delved deep into the bowels of the earth.
He explored the dark bowels of the cave.