Feces

/ˈfiː.siːz/

Meaning & Definition

noun

Waste matter discharged from the intestine; excrement.

The veterinarian examined the dog's feces for signs of parasites.

The solid bodily waste that is eliminated from the digestive system.

After the surgery, the doctor advised the patient to monitor their feces for any unusual changes.

Animal excrement, especially in the context of agricultural or ecological studies.

The researchers collected feces samples to study the animal's diet and health.

Excretory material from humans or animals, usually consisting of undigested food and bacteria.

Feces can provide important information about an individual’s digestive health.

From Latin 'faex', meaning 'dregs, sediment, or waste'.

talking shit

To speak recklessly or without thinking.

dummy feces

Referring to false reports or information.

poop deck

A term for the upper deck of a ship.

take a dump

To defecate.

defecation

The process of discharging feces.

stool

Another term for feces, often used in medical contexts.

diarrhea

A condition characterized by the frequent discharge of watery feces.

constipation

A condition in which bowel movements are infrequent or difficult.

Poop

The toddler giggled when he said he needed to poop.

Crap

He was upset after stepping in dog crap on the sidewalk.

Number two

I need to go take care of number two.