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Defecate - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Defecate means to expel solid waste from the body through the bowels. It is a natural bodily function essential for digestion and health, often referred to informally as going to the bathroom.

defecate

/ˈdɛfəˌkeɪt/ /ˈdɛfɪkeɪt/

Definition:

To discharge feces from the body through the bowels.

Synonyms:

excrete, evacuate, void, poop

Part of Speech:

verb

Antonyms:

ingest, consume

Common Collocations:

defecate regularly, defecate in private, defecate outdoors

Derivatives:

defecation, defecatory

Usage Tips:

Use "defecate" in formal or medical contexts; prefer "poop" or "go" in casual speech.

Common Phrases:

go to the bathroom, answer nature’s call, relieve oneself

Etymology:

From Latin *defaecare*, meaning "to cleanse from dregs."

Examples:

  • 1. The doctor advised him to defecate daily for better digestion.
  • 2. Some animals defecate in specific areas to mark territory.
  • 3. It’s impolite to defecate in public spaces.
  • 4. Babies often defecate shortly after eating.

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