Definitions for: Gavage


[n] feeding that consists of the delivery of a nutrient solution (as through a nasal tube) to someone who cannot or will not eat



Webster (1913) Definition: Ga`vage" (g[.a]`v[.a]zh"), n. [F., fr. gaver to gorge.]
Forced feeding (as of poultry or infants) by means of a tube
passed through the mouth down to the stomach.

Synonyms: forced feeding

See Also: alimentation, feeding, gastrogavage, nasogastric feeding

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